Simple Scrambled Eggs With Spinach Recipe (2024)

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Kimberley Eggleston

Kimberley Eggleston is a registered dietitian, nutrition class instructor, and food writer who specializes in healthy cooking.

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Updated on 01/6/23

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Ingredients

Cooking spray
6 large eggs
3 tablespoons skim milk
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup spinach leaves, chopped or torn

Steps to Make It

Gather the ingredients.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat it well with cooking spray. If you prefer, use a nonstick skillet for easier cleanup later.
Crack the eggs into a medium-sized dish. Using a wire whisk, beat the eggs and break up the yolks completely.
Add the milk to the egg mixture, followed by the saltand ground black pepper. Whisk the mixture together well.
Pour the egg mixture into the heated pan, using a fork to stir the egg mixture continuously as it cooks. (If you are using a nonstick skillet, stir the eggs with a wooden spoon or silicone tool since a fork can scratch the pan's surface.)
When the eggs begin to take form, add the spinach to the pan.
Continue cooking the eggs and spinach until the spinach wilts and the eggs are no longer runny, about 2 minutes.

Recipe Variations

Experimentby adding other chopped vegetables to the scramble, such as tomatoes, cooked onions, or mushrooms. Make sure that the vegetables are all cut the same size. This ensures an even cooking time, which is especially important since eggs cook so quickly. Also, avoid adding very wet vegetables and drain or pat dry anything with a lot of liquid (like a tomato). Too much liquid will alter the consistency of the scrambled eggs.
Try these eggs with your favorite hot sauce or chunky salsa—both pack big flavor punches without the addition of fat.
Another variation is to skip the toast and wrap the scrambled eggs in a tortilla for a simple take on a breakfast burrito.

Are Scrambled Eggs Healthy?

In and of themselves, scrambled eggs are a healthy dish. Eggs are high in protein as well as B vitamins and vitamin D; eggs also contain heart-healthy unsaturated fats. However, when butter, cream, cream cheese, or shredded cheese are added, the calories, cholesterol, and fat content increase. Using cooking spray or a nonstick pan, swapping skim milk for regular, and eliminating additional fatty ingredients will keep your scrambled eggs on the healthy recipe list. Adding other nutritional ingredients will, of course, boost the health factor. Spinach is full of nutritionalbenefitsincluding niacin and zinc, as well as protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, and K, thiamin, vitamin B6, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, and manganese.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
233	Calories
14g	Fat
4g	Carbs
21g	Protein

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 2
Amount per serving
Calories	233
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g	19%
Saturated Fat 5g	24%
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 381mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 21g
Vitamin C 4mg	22%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 454mg	10%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

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Is egg and spinach a good combination? ›

Eggs offer high-quality protein and spinach provides a range of essential minerals and vitamins. An egg and spinach breakfast can provide a variety of health benefits as part of a balanced diet and can help you meet your daily nutrient recommendations. Spinach is high in calcium, iron, magnesium, and vitamin A.

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What are 3 tips for making perfect scrambled eggs? ›

Common Mistakes to Avoid and Tips to Follow for the Best Scrambled Eggs Ever

Embrace the Nonstick Pan. ...
Skip the Milk and Cream. ...
Don't Crack the Eggs into the Pan. ...
A Silicone Spatula is Best. ...
Cook 'Em Low and Slow. ...
Know Your Curds, and Do the Right Moves. ...
Account for Carryover Cooking. ...
Don't Forget the Add-Ins.

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What makes the best scrambled eggs milk or water? ›

Adding milk or plain water to scrambled eggs is an optional step that affects the texture of your finished dish. For creamy scrambled eggs, you'll add up to 1 tablespoon of milk for every egg. For fluffy scrambled eggs, you'll add up to 1 tablespoon of water for every egg.

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What to add to scrambled eggs to make them taste better? ›

Finish With Fresh Herbs

Take a page out of the French cooking playbook and finish your scrambled eggs with a sprinkling of fresh herbs. Chives are a classic choice, but dill, cilantro, or parsley can all add a lot of flavor with very little effort.

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What should not be mixed with spinach? ›

BAD COMBO #2: Spinach and Dairy Products

If you're on a vegetarian diet or are a menopausal woman or just want to make sure you're absorbing calcium well, you'll want to avoid mixing dairy with oxalate-dense foods like spinach, beets, collards, leeks and parsley.

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Why you should not eat spinach in excess and people who should avoid it? ›

The oxalic acid in spinach can bind with excess calcium in your kidneys and create kidney stones. If you know you are prone to developing kidney stones, you should eat spinach in moderation. Spinach is also high in potassium, which can be dangerous for people who already have severe kidney disease.

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Why adding milk to scrambled eggs is a mistake? ›

You can stop if you are in the habit of adding milk or cream while whisking eggs—now. Milk won't make eggs creamier, fluffier, or stretch the dish out. The milk dilutes the eggs' flavor, making them rubbery, colorless, and similar to what you would find at a school cafeteria.

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Should I put butter and milk in my scrambled eggs? ›

There are several ways to make scrambled eggs, including adding milk, cream, cheese, or water. But there is also another ingredient that turns regular scrambled eggs into a delicious dish that is creamy, soft, and velvety smooth with a rich, satisfying taste—and that is butter.

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What's the best spice to put on scrambled eggs? ›

Scrambled: Plain scrambled eggs provide the perfect blank slate for all kinds of seasonings. Depending on the day, you can make your scrambled eggs spicy with hot sauce or chili powder, intensely savory with turmeric, cumin or tarragon, or light and refreshing with dill or parsley.

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What should not be mixed with eggs? ›

Avoid pairing eggs with these items

Soya milk. Like egg, soya milk, too, is rich in protein. ...
Tea. Many people like to have eggs with tea. ...
Yoghurt. Another food that you should completely avoid consuming with eggs is yoghurt. ...
Sugar and banana. It's better not to combine sugar and bananas with eggs. ...
Meat. ...
Citrus fruits.

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What are good combinations with eggs? ›

Some healthy side dishes that go well with eggs include:

roasted or sautéed vegetables, such as bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms.
a simple green salad.
avocado or guacamole.
a grain-based salad, such as quinoa or farro.
a side of whole grain toast or English muffin.
fresh fruit, such as berries or a sliced banana.

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Can we eat spinach and egg together at night? ›

Yes, spinach and egg can be a delicious and nutritious dinner. The combination provides protein, fiber, iron, and other vitamins and minerals.

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