Healthy Breakfast Scramble with Eggs and Potatoes
I’m a firm believer that breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious—or healthy. This Healthy Breakfast Scramble is my go-to when I want something warm, satisfying, and full of flavor without feeling heavy. Plus, it’s packed with protein and veggies to help keep blood sugar stable and energy high all morning long.
It also happens to be a perfect recipe for using up leftover baked potatoes! (I always try to keep one or two in the fridge for exactly this reason.)
Here are several ways this Healthy Breakfast Scramble with Eggs and Potatoes can be enjoyed or repurposed:
- Breakfast Burrito: Wrap the scramble in a whole wheat tortilla with a little salsa, avocado, and cheese for a grab-and-go meal.
- Meal Prep: Make a large batch and portion it into containers for easy breakfasts or lunches throughout the week.
- Side Dish: Serve it alongside a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables for a balanced, light lunch or dinner.
- Taco Filling: Use the scramble as a filling for soft breakfast tacos, adding toppings like sour cream, cilantro, and hot sauce.
- Stuffed Bell Peppers: Spoon the scramble mixture into hollowed-out bell peppers, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for a fun twist on a classic stuffed pepper dish.
- Avocado Toast Upgrade: Top a slice of whole grain toast with avocado, then layer the scramble on top for an extra protein boost to your morning toast.
- Omelette Alternative: Instead of scrambling the eggs, cook the veggies and potatoes first, then pour the egg whites over and let them set to create a veggie-stuffed omelette.
- Egg Bowl: Serve the scramble over a bed of quinoa or farro for a hearty, protein-packed breakfast bowl.
- Loaded Breakfast Nachos: Use tortilla chips as the base and pile the scramble on top, adding your favorite nacho toppings like jalapeños, cheese, and avocado for a fun breakfast twist.
- Open-Faced Sandwich: Serve the scramble on a slice of toasted sourdough bread with a drizzle of hot sauce for an open-faced breakfast sandwich.
These options make the recipe versatile and great for adapting to different meals!
Healthy Breakfast Scramble
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Equipment
- 1 large nonstick frying pan
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tsp herbs de Provence
- 6 cherry tomatoes quartered
- 4 sweet mini peppers diced
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1 med baked potato peeled and diced
- 16 oz egg whites (1 container)
- avocado
Instructions
- Using a large nonstick frying pan, place olive oil, salt, pepper and herbs de Provence at the bottom of the pan and let simmer for one to two minutes.1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, 1 tsp herbs de Provence
- Add tomatoes, peppers, onions, and sauté for one minute. Next, add diced baked potato and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until potatoes are golden brown.6 cherry tomatoes, 4 sweet mini peppers, 1 green onion, 1 med baked potato
- Pour egg whites over potato and vegetables and scramble until egg whites are cooked through; about one to two minutes. Serve with avocado and enjoy.16 oz egg whites, avocado
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Kitchen Tools You’ll Want:
- Nonstick skillet for a fuss-free scramble
- Veggie chopper to make dicing quick and easy
- Spatula or silicone turner for gently folding egg whites
- Avocado slicer (if you're like me and always topping everything with avo!)
Cooking Tips:
- Don’t skip the herbs! Herbs de Provence adds such a cozy depth of flavor—it's my secret weapon for jazzing up egg dishes.
- Use leftovers wisely. This scramble is a great “clean out the fridge” recipe—try adding spinach, mushrooms, or even cooked quinoa.
- Make it your own. Not into egg whites? You can totally use whole eggs or a mix of both. And if you like a little kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce at the end!
Nutrition
Why I Love This (Especially for Women Over 50):
This is one of those meals that checks so many boxes:
- Egg whites are high in protein but low in fat and cholesterol, which is ideal for heart health.
- Potatoes offer complex carbs and potassium, which helps with muscle function and blood pressure regulation—especially important during menopause.
- Mini sweet peppers and tomatoes add vibrant color and a good dose of antioxidants, like vitamin C and beta-carotene, to support immune health and skin elasticity.
- Herbs de Provence not only taste amazing, but some of the herbs (like thyme and rosemary) also have natural anti-inflammatory properties.
And of course, this dish is filling without being heavy—which is key when you’re looking to feel energized (not sluggish) after breakfast.
Final Thoughts
This Healthy Breakfast Scramble is honestly one of the easiest, most flexible meals in my rotation. It’s protein-packed, full of flavor, and comes together in under 20 minutes—what’s not to love?
I hope this becomes one of your new breakfast staples too. Let me know how you make it your own, and don’t forget to tag me if you share it—I always love seeing your creations!