scrambled eggs with cottage cheese
Learn how to make perfectly creamy scrambled eggs with cottage cheese in just minutes. This protein-rich breakfast combines fluffy eggs with melty cottage cheese for a delicious meal
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ½ teaspoon butter or nonstick cooking spray
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins and Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs chives, parsley, dill, basil
- Sharp cheddar ricotta, feta, or mozzarella
- Sautéed vegetables spinach, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions
- Diced ham crumbled bacon
- Avocado slices
- Cherry tomatoes
Instructions
Whisk Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Preheat Pan:
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium or low-medium heat.
- Add butter or spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Cook Eggs:
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet.
- Use a rubber spatula to gently scramble the eggs.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes, folding slowly until soft and fluffy.
Serve:
- Plate the eggs and garnish with fresh herbs, avocado, or desired toppings.
Notes
Calorie count varies depending on the number of eggs and the amount of cottage cheese used.