This scrambled eggs with spinach and tomatoes recipe is a delicious way to begin your day with a satisfying dish. Prepared with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes, it's a flavorful choice for your morning meal.
Recipe: $2.25 | Per Serving: $1.13 | Servings: 2
This recipe is a delightful breakfast dish that combines vibrant flavors and nutrients. This dish not only looks appealing but also offers a burst of freshness with each bite.
Spinach brings a hearty green component, while tomatoes provide a sweet and slightly tangy contrast. Together with the protein-rich eggs, this dish offers a balanced and satisfying meal that can kickstart your day with a tasty and fulfilling experience.
We like to pair it with anything from Sugar Free Pancakes to Egg White French Toast or even this 4 Ingredient Scones for a nice brunch.
Whether you're a fan of savory morning options or simply want to enjoy a flavorful breakfast, scrambled eggs are a fantastic choice for a delightful start to your day.
If you love tomatoes and spinach, make sure to check out my Tilapia with Spinach and Tomatoes and Crustless Veggie Quiche.
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🍯 Why This Recipe Works
- It's a quick breakfast recipe. This dish is prepared in a matter of minutes and only takes a handful of ingredients too. You can serve it up with a glass of Pineapple Watermelon Banana Smoothie for a more balanced meal that's as quick to make as it is tasty.
- It's easy to make. It requires minimal cleanup and effort, yet offers great nutritional potential, especially when using just egg whites.
- It's a savory change of pace. So many breakfast foods are packed with sugar, like cereal, pancakes, etc., and having a savory option is always welcomed.
🥘 Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
Cherry Tomatoes- You will need some cherry tomatoes for a burst of flavor and bright red colors in every serving. If you still have cherry tomatoes left, make sure to try them in our Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Sausage and Vegetables.
Fresh Spinach- Use fresh spinach in this recipe. It will give us a great flavor and beautiful color too.
Garlic- You can use fresh garlic or jarred minced garlic, depending on what you have on hand.
Red Pepper Flakes- This will add a tiny kick of heat to really make these eggs feel special.
Cheese- This is completely optional, but if desired, you can add cheddar cheese or feta cheese to the top of your eggs when serving.
For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.
🧾 Substitutions
Egg Whites only. You can modify this recipe by using only egg whites if you'd like to make it a lighter option. I suggest using 6-8 egg whites to ensure there's enough for this dish.
Different tomatoes. Don't have cherry tomatoes? Diced Roma tomatoes or colorful grape tomatoes will also work well.
Canned or frozen spinach. If you don't have fresh spinach, frozen or canned will work in a pinch. Just make sure that they're thawed, rinsed, and drained well so that they aren't adding too much extra moisture into the eggs.
🔪 Instructions for Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Tomatoes
Step 1: Heat your olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat until sizzling.
Step 2: Add garlic to the pan and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add tomatoes and spinach.
Step 4: Saute until the spinach is nicely wilted.
Step 5: Add your eggs to the pan and stir everything together.
Step 6: After about 30 seconds, you can add in the red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and cheese
Step 7: Continue cooking until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
Serve immediately.
🍴 Recipe Tips
This healthy spinach scrambled eggs recipe is a delicious burst of savory flavor and can easily be customized to your liking. If desired, you can make this vegetable scrambled eggs recipe with additional veggies like soft cooked squash, mushrooms, or onions.
👩🏻🍳 Storage
These eggs are best enjoyed when made fresh and warm. That said, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
🍳 Reheating
Reheat slowly in a pan on the stove with a little pad of butter to help rehydrate the eggs as they warm up.
💭 Recipe FAQs
Yes, nutrition-wise, we are talking about a lot of great nutrients like vitamins, proteins, and amino acids, but the flavors are also great. You have a rich smooth egg and a tangy fresh tomato working well together to create a harmony of savory flavors.
This is completely optional whenever you make scrambled eggs. I never add in any milk just because I like the texture better without it. If you choose to add in milk, you will want to use no more than 1 tablespoon of milk per egg so that the fluffy structure isn't broken down.
It will take about 5-7 minutes to cook your scrambled eggs to perfection but the time can vary depending on the temperature of the pan. You want your eggs to no longer look slimy but to not be browned either. They should be fluffy and hold shape and not be leaking excess liquid onto the plate as this is a sign that they weren't cooked fully.
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📖 Recipe
Scrambled Eggs with Spinach and Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil ($0.14)
- 1 clove minced garlic ($0.05)
- ⅓ cup cherry tomatoes halved or quartered ($0.99)
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves ($0.21)
- 4 large eggs ($0.60)
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (⅛ teaspoon) ($0.01)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Tablespoon shredded cheese or Feta *optional ($0.25)
Instructions
- Heat your olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat until sizzling.
- Add garlic to the pan and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Saute your tomatoes and spinach until the spinach is nicely wilted.
- Add your eggs to the pan and stir everything together.
- After about 30 seconds you can add in the red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and cheese
- Continue cooking until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Scrambled eggs take 5-7 minutes to cook; aim for fluffy, non-runny eggs without browning.
- Cooked eggs are safe at 144°F; continue cooking for preferred doneness.
- Opt for 6-8 egg whites for a heart-healthy option.
- Substitute diced Roma or grape tomatoes if cherry tomatoes are unavailable.
- Use thawed, rinsed, and drained canned or frozen spinach if fresh is unavailable.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in a pan with butter for moisture.
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