Description
Southwest Egg Scramble is a vibrant, flavor-packed breakfast that transforms your morning routine into a festive experience. With fluffy scrambled eggs mingling with colorful bell peppers, spicy jalapeños, and hearty black beans, this dish is not just about taste—it’s about creating memorable moments. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a quick weekday meal, this scramble is sure to impress with its fresh ingredients and satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Chop the bell peppers and jalapeño; rinse the black beans.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil or butter. Add chopped peppers and jalapeños; cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the rinsed black beans with salt and pepper; cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper until light and frothy.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Let it set slightly before gently stirring with a spatula for about 3-4 minutes until creamy curds form.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top just before serving and finish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 370mg