How to Make Chef John's Summer Scrambled Eggs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is a glorious time of year when fresh produce is bountiful and flavors are at their peak. And what better way to enjoy the abundance of the season than with a delicious and satisfying breakfast? That's where Chef John's Summer Scrambled Eggs comes in. This recipe is a celebration of summer, with the vibrant colors and flavors of seasonal vegetables adding a burst of freshness to your morning meal.

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Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 9 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon very thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 1

  • Whisk eggs and pepper flakes together in a bowl. Stir in tomatoes, feta, and basil.
  • Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over high heat until starting to shimmer. Pour egg mixture into hot oil and cook, without stirring, for 5 seconds.
  • Cook and stir egg mixture until eggs are scrambled and softly set, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Nutrition

    420 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 575mg
    • Sodium: 756mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 187mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 583mg