Microwave Denver Scramble Slider

This quick, high-protein breakfast slider uses the microwave to deliver a classic Denver scramble in minutes, perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

Calories next to each ingredient are for that ingredient across the whole recipe (1 serving), not per serving.

• 2 tablespoons red or green bell peppers, chopped · 3 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1 tablespoon onion, chopped · 4 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1 egg · 70 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1 thin slice deli ham, chopped · 15 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 whole wheat English muffin or slider bun, split and toasted · 94 kcal in the whole recipe

Method

1. Place the chopped peppers and onions in a microwave-safe ramekin or small bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir.

   

2. Add the egg, chopped ham, and water to the bowl. Beat with a fork until the egg is well blended.

   

3. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave for another 30 to 45 seconds until the egg is almost set. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired.

   

4. Place the scrambled egg mixture inside the toasted English muffin or slider bun and serve warm.

   

Adapted from a USDA MyPlate Kitchen recipe (public domain). Portions, macros, diet checks and step photos by Besly.