Easy Migas (Scrambled Eggs with Tortillas)

This quick dish provides a balanced mix of protein from eggs and energy-giving carbohydrates, making it an excellent post-workout breakfast.

Ingredients

Calories next to each ingredient are for that ingredient across the whole recipe (4 servings), not per serving.

• 4 large (10-inch) tortillas, torn into small pieces · 882 kcal in the whole recipe
• 3 tablespoons canola oil · 368 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper · 7 kcal in the whole recipe
• 1/4 cup chopped onion · 16 kcal in the whole recipe
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten · 289 kcal in the whole recipe
• 4 tablespoons grated low-fat cheddar cheese · 86 kcal in the whole recipe

Method

1. Tear the tortillas into small, bite-sized pieces.

   

2. Heat the canola oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, then add the tortilla pieces and sauté until they begin to turn golden and crisp.

   

3. Stir in the chopped bell pepper and onion, cooking for a few minutes until they are soft and fragrant.

   

4. Pour in the lightly beaten eggs and scramble gently until they are fully cooked through.

   

5. Remove the skillet from the heat, sprinkle the grated low-fat cheddar cheese on top, cover the pan for a minute to let the cheese melt, and serve immediately.

   

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