Description
Creamy cottage cheese scrambled eggs elevate breakfast with a protein-packed twist on classic morning fare. Silky curds blend seamlessly with eggs, delivering a luxurious meal that satisfies with minimal effort. You’ll savor each rich, comforting bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cottage cheese
Cooking Fats:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter or oil
Seasonings and Garnish:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk eggs in a mixing bowl until thoroughly blended and smooth.
- Fold cottage cheese into the whisked eggs, incorporating gently to maintain a light texture.
- Season the egg mixture with salt and pepper, distributing seasonings evenly.
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat (around 300°F), adding butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture into the heated skillet, allowing the bottom to slightly set.
- Using a soft spatula, create gentle sweeping motions across the pan, allowing curds to form softly and gradually.
- Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, stirring intermittently to ensure even cooking and creamy consistency.
- Remove skillet from heat when eggs appear soft, pillowy, and just barely set, with a glossy, moist appearance.
- Transfer scrambled eggs immediately to serving plates to prevent overcooking.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped herbs like chives or parsley on top for added fragrance and visual appeal.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese for a lighter version to reduce calories and fat content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Add chopped spinach or diced bell peppers for extra nutrition and vibrant color in the scramble.
- Use ghee instead of butter for a lactose-free option with rich, nutty flavor that enhances egg creaminess.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like chives, dill, or parsley to elevate the dish’s aromatic profile and create unique taste variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg