Veggie Breakfast Scramble with Potatoes
by Lesley Daniels
Start the day off on a healthy foot and load up on veggies with this veggie breakfast scramble! Packed with potatoes, mushrooms, peppers and tomatoes, plus a great dose of protein from eggs, your family will have the fuel they need to power through the day.
Potatoes Are the Perfect Breakfast Food
When it comes to breakfast, there are plenty of options out there. But if you’re looking for a hearty, filling meal that will give you sustained energy throughout the morning, potatoes are the way to go. Here’s why:
For one, potatoes are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates. This means that they’ll break down slowly in your body, providing you with a slow and steady release of energy. And since they’re packed with nutrients like potassium, fiber, and Vitamins C and B6, they’ll also help you stay healthy and nourished all day long.
Plus, potatoes are incredibly versatile. You can bake them, fry them, or even mashed them into a delicious breakfast hash. No matter how you prepare them, they’re sure to satisfy your hunger and leave you feeling satisfied until lunchtime rolls around.
Veggies for the Win
This dish is also packed with green bell peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and sweet onion making it a winning combination full of flavor and nutrients.
Here are just a few of the reasons why you should incorporate more green bell peppers into your diet:
- Green bell peppers are an excellent source of vitamins A and C. Vitamin A is important for maintaining healthy vision, while vitamin C is essential for boosting immunity and protecting against oxidative stress.
- Green bell peppers contain a compound called lutein, which is known to promote healthy eyesight. Lutein is especially important for people who spend a lot of time staring at screens, as it can help protect against digital eye strain.
- The antioxidants in green bell peppers can help to fight inflammation and improve overall health.
And what about those yummy mushrooms?
They’re low in calories and fat, high in fiber and protein, and they contain important vitamins and minerals. They’re also a source of antioxidants.
Plus, they can help boost your immune system, fight inflammation, and even help you manage your weight. So if you’re looking for a healthy food to add to your diet, mushrooms are a great option.
Tomatoes and onions are bursting with nutrients that are essential for good health. Here are just a few of the many benefits of these power-packed vegetables:
Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, which is important for a strong immune system. They also contain lycopene, an antioxidant that may help protect against certain types of cancer.
Onions are a good source of fiber, which can help to promote digestive health. They also contain quercetin, an antioxidant that has been linked to reduced risk of heart disease and cancer.
Eggs Bring it All Together
The final ingredient that brings this dish together is eggs. Eggs are often thought of as being bad for you because of their high cholesterol content. However, new research has shown that eggs can actually be good for you!
Eggs contain a nutrient called choline, which is important for maintaining a healthy metabolism. Choline also helps to prevent memory loss and can even improve your cognitive function!
Eggs are also a great source of protein and contain all the essential amino acids that your body needs. Plus, they’re packed with vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc, and selenium.
Bottom line – this yummy breakfast will keep you focused, energized, and full throughout the morning all the way through lunch time.
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Veggie Breakfast Scramble with Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 medium red potatoes quartered
- 1 teaspoon plus 1 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 green bell pepper seeded, chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup quartered tomatoes
- 1 /4 small sweet onion chopped
- 4 large eggs scrambled in a bowl
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Toss potatoes with 1 tsp. olive oil, paprika and salt. Lay single layer on baking sheet and bake 15 minutes, or until golden and tender.
- Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in small skillet over medium-high heat; add peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes and onion, and cook 2 minutes. Add eggs, stir and cook 2-3 minutes, or until firm.
- Top potatoes with eggs.
