Adding one egg to your breakfast has been shown to be more gratifying than something else, such as a bagel, with the same number of calories in it. It has been reported that people feel fuller and don’t feel the need for any snacks before lunchtime. Even if you are watching your cholesterol, the high protein and moderate fat of a daily egg has its benefits. Here are six healthy egg breakfasts to try for yourself.
Breakfast taco – This is one of those fast and easy recipes that are healthy for you too. This recipe needs a corn tortilla, some reduced-fat cheddar cheese, a tablespoon of salsa, and an egg. You start by scrambling your egg, while you do that, place a tortilla in the microwave topped with cheese and salsa to heat up. When your egg is ready, place on the tortilla, and fold.
A spinach and tomato omelet is a colorful and flavorful treat that provides the protein of eggs and vegetables. All you need are some halved cherry tomatoes, a sliced scallion, some baby spinach, and an egg. In a nonstick skillet, cook tomatoes and scallions until softened and then place the spinach on top and cover for about thirty seconds. Uncover and stir up your vegetable and then add your egg and continue to cook, stirring constantly. When done, sprinkle a bit of cheese over top, cover until cheese is melted, fold the omelet over, and enjoy.
Scrambled egg burrito – If you like burritos, this is one of those healthy recipes that you will love to kick start your day. This recipes calls for a whole-wheat flour tortilla, low-fat cheddar cheese, green chilies, reduced-fat sour cream, your favorite salsa with black beans, and an egg. Combine the egg and chilies together and scramble until fluffy. Then put inside your tortilla with some cheese and roll up to dip in the salsa and sour cream. You could also add the sour cream and salsa to the burrito if you choose.
Egg whites can also turn out beautifully when done right, especially in an egg sandwich. You will need egg whites, turkey bacon, tomatoes, and nonfat cheddar cheese. Scramble the egg whites and then place on top of your bread and top with cheese, tomatoes, and turkey bacon for a tasty, healthy breakfast.
You can use an English muffin instead of bread to enjoy a breakfast sandwich also. You will need a whole-grain English muffin and spinach instead of turkey bacon for this sandwich. After toasting your muffin, place your spinach and cheese on it and heat in a microwave to melt the cheese. Afterwards, add your egg and tomatoes and devour.
Frittata Italiana – This colorful dish is packed full of flavor and a perfect healthy substitute for regular a frittata. This calls for two egg whites, sun-dried tomatoes, soft cream cheese, and fresh basil. Combine the cream cheese and egg whites together and then pour into a hot skillet. As it begins to set, add your basil and tomatoes, and then cover. After two minutes, it should be done and can be placed on a plate and cut into wedges. Serve your frittata with some whole-grain toast.
Easy recipes can be healthy recipes. Eggs are a great source of protein and just one a day added to your breakfast is a perfect healthy choice. These six breakfasts are delicious examples of how you can enjoy eggs in your meal in a healthy way. You can also create your own healthy recipes by choosing some favorite vegetables and using them with egg whites or a single egg anytime you like.
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