If you’re looking to supercharge your breakfast routine, this delicious cottage cheese and eggs scramble is a simple but impressive replacement—or addition—to your typical morning meal.
The creamy cottage cheese adds a unique tangy flavor to the fluffy scrambled eggs, and the protein punch from both ingredients gives this dish an elevated nutritional profile. You’ll have this protein-packed dish ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for hectic mornings or quick post-gym refuels.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making the Eggs Scramble
- Don’t overbeat the egg mixture, as this can make the eggs tough.
- Blend the cottage cheese thoroughly to prevent lumps.
- Use medium heat to cook the eggs slowly and evenly.
- Stir continuously to ensure even cooking and prevent dryness.
- Don’t add too much liquid from the cottage cheese, which can make the eggs watery.
- Add optional ingredients early enough to heat through.
By avoiding these errors, you’ll create creamy, delicious scrambled eggs with cottage cheese every time.
| Preparation Time | 5-10 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 5-10 minutes |
| Total Time | 10-20 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the basic recipe (without optional ingredients), per serving (assuming 2 servings):
- Calories: Approximately 250-300
- Protein: 20-25g
- Fat: 18-22g
- Carbohydrates: 3-5g
- Sodium: 400-500mg (varies based on added salt)
- Cholesterol: 370-400mg
Ingredients
- 4 large whole eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Oil or butter (for cooking)
- Optional seasonings (e.g., garlic powder)
- Chopped vegetables (optional)
- Ground beef or turkey (optional)
- Bacon bits (optional)
- Chopped chives (optional)
Step 1: Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a mixing bowl, blender, or food processor, add 4 large whole eggs and ½ cup of cottage cheese.
Season the mixture with a little salt and black pepper.
Feel free to enhance the flavor with additional seasonings like garlic powder if desired.
Mix everything together until well combined.
If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the mixture until smooth.
Step 2: Heat the Pan
Heat a stovetop pan or griddle over medium heat and add about ½ tablespoon of oil or butter.
Allow the oil or butter to melt and evenly coat the surface of the pan.
Step 3: Cook the Egg Mixture
Once the pan is heated, pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture into the pan.
Cook the eggs, stirring continuously to ensure even cooking, until they reach your desired consistency.
This should take a few minutes; be careful not to overcook them, as they can become dry.
Step 4: Add Optional Ingredients
If you’d like to add extra flavor and protein, consider incorporating optional ingredients such as cheese, chopped vegetables, ground beef or turkey, bacon bits, or chopped chives while the eggs are cooking.
Mix these in to distribute them evenly throughout the scrambled eggs.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Once your scrambled eggs are cooked to perfection, serve them as is, or use them in a wrap or on a bagel thin to create a high-protein breakfast sandwich.
Enjoy your meal immediately!
Step 6: Storing Leftovers
If you have leftovers, simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
When you’re ready to enjoy them again, you can quickly reheat them in the microwave for about 30 seconds, or until heated through.
