5 from 12 votes
High Protein Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese
This recipe combines eggs with cottage cheese to create high-protein scrambled eggs that are creamy and soft. Optional additions include vegetables and seasonings which can be sautéed and incorporated to add flavor and texture. Cooking over medium-low heat ensures a tender curd formation.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings:
1
Calories:
184 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 large egg
- ¼ cup cottage cheese low fat
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- olive oil spray for cooking
Optional seasonings:
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- red pepper flakes
- hot sauce
Optional add-ins:
- baby spinach sliced mushrooms, fresh herbs like chives or basil
- mushroom
- bell pepper
- tomato
- fresh herbs
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, cottage cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper together in a bowl. Add in any additional desired seasonings.
- Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and spray with olive oil. If adding vegetables, sauté them in the skillet until softened. Then, add the eggs.
- Using a silicone spatula, slowly push the eggs towards the center of the pan as the bottom starts to set. Continue to do this until large curds form, and the eggs are cooked but still soft and creamy.
- Transfer eggs to a plate and garnish with fresh herbs, if desired. Serve scrambled eggs with your favorite side dishes.
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Notes
- Use a nonstick pan with cooking spray to prevent eggs from sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook the eggs on medium-low heat to create fluffy, soft curds and avoid overcooking.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese before mixing it into the eggs.
- Sauté vegetables like spinach or mushrooms before adding eggs for added flavor and texture.
- Add fresh herbs towards the end of cooking for a bright finish and extra aroma.
Nutrition Information
Serving
2 eggs
Calories
184kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Trans Fat
0.04g
(2%)
Cholesterol
374mg
(125%)
Sodium
371mg
(15%)
Potassium
187mg
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
563IU
(11%)
Calcium
90mg
(9%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2 eggs | |
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 374mg | 125% |
| Sodium | 371mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 187mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 563IU | 11% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.