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Healthy Calorie Deficit Veggie Egg White Scramble Recipe for Easy Weight Loss

  • Author: Lena
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Description

A quick, light, and nourishing egg white scramble with vibrant veggies, perfect for weight loss and busy mornings. This recipe is low in calories, high in protein and fiber, and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large egg whites (about 3/4 cup or 180 ml)
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers, mixed colors preferred
  • 1/2 cup diced zucchini
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley or chives), chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your veggies: Dice bell peppers, zucchini, halve cherry tomatoes, slice green onions, roughly chop spinach and herbs, and mince garlic finely.
  2. Whisk egg whites vigorously in a bowl until slightly frothy to add air and make the scramble fluffy.
  3. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Add minced garlic and green onions; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant without browning the garlic.
  5. Add bell peppers and zucchini; sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still vibrant.
  6. Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook for another 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts.
  7. Season veggies with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; stir gently to combine.
  8. Lower heat to medium-low and pour whisked egg whites evenly over the veggies in the pan.
  9. Let egg whites begin to set around edges (about 1 minute), then gently push eggs from edges toward center forming soft folds. Continue folding every 30 seconds until eggs are mostly set but still moist (about 3-4 minutes total).
  10. Sprinkle fresh herbs on top and give a final gentle fold. Remove from heat promptly to avoid overcooking.
  11. Serve immediately, ideally with whole grain toast or a light fruit salad.

Notes

Cook egg whites on low heat to avoid rubberiness. Whisk egg whites until frothy for fluffiness. Sweat veggies first to draw out sweetness and prevent sogginess. Season veggies early to build flavor layers. Use fresh herbs at the end for brightness. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 2 days and reheat gently.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 scramble
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 5
  • Saturated Fat: 0.7
  • Carbohydrates: 7
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 23

Keywords: egg white scramble, healthy breakfast, weight loss recipe, low calorie, high protein, veggie scramble, quick breakfast

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