Breakfast can be simple and still feel like something you actually want to eat. Warm eggs, sautéed vegetables, and fresh herbs come together into a savory, satisfying meal that feels a step above the usual routine.
Eggs can absolutely fit into a heart-healthy diet when paired the right way. Combining a whole egg with extra whites keeps protein high while moderating saturated fat, and adding vegetables and olive oil shifts the meal toward a more Mediterranean pattern that supports overall cardiovascular health.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Begin toasting the bread.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms, and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add spinach and cook for 30–60 seconds until wilted.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the whole egg and egg whites.
- Pour the eggs into the pan with the vegetables and gently scramble over medium-low heat until just set, about 2–3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and top with fresh herbs and black pepper, if desired.
- Serve with the toasted bread.
Notes
PER SERVING:
CAL 400 • PRO 26g • CHO 40g • FAT 18g • SFAT 4g
FIBER 8g • CHOL 190mg • SODIUM 450mg
