Heart Healthy Scrambled Eggs

Some people wonder if scrambled eggs are healthy. In the past, eggs got a bad rap for being high in cholesterol so people thought they shouldn’t eat too many eggs if they were following a heart healthy diet, but eggs are a great source of heart healthy protein and can often be included in a heart healthy diet. One egg contains 6g of protein, as well as heart healthy nutrients like potassium, folate and B vitamins. Egg whites contain less protein (3.6g) but also have less fat, cholesterol and calories. If you have heart disease, your doctor may recommend limiting the amount of whole eggs you eat, but many people can eat eggs in moderation as part of a healthy diet or can eat egg whites if they prefer.

What you put in your scrambled eggs can make or break the healthfulness of otherwise healthy eggs. If you use a lot of butter or add whole milk, cream or cheese, it adds a lot of fat to the dish. Seasoning the eggs with salt adds sodium. Our heart healthy scrambled eggs are made from egg whites, are mixed with skim milk and contain no salt. Instead, they’re flavored with pepper and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, so they’re some of the healthiest scrambled eggs you can eat. Using cooking spray instead of butter in the pan saves on fat and calories. You can season your eggs with any variety of fresh or dried herbs or spices you like.

If a serving of scrambled eggs isn’t enough to fill you up, you may be wondering what else you can eat along with your eggs for a healthy breakfast, lunch or dinner. The options are endless since eggs are so versatile, but some healthy choices include a bowl of fresh fruit or a side of Greek yogurt mixed with fruit or nuts (or try this luscious Honey Yogurt Berry Parfait). A slice of whole grain bread, some sautéed veggies or a serving of roasted potatoes will fill you up. A serving of Banana Bread or Zucchini Bread is a sweet way to end the meal or you may prefer one of these healthy smoothie recipes.