Breakfast Scramble or Omelet Filling

Breakfast Scramble or Omelet Filling recipe videos

A Breakfast Scramble or Omelet Filling is a versatile, customizable dish where eggs are cooked with a mix of ingredients like vegetables, meats, and cheeses. It's a staple of American and Western breakfasts, often served on its own, in a tortilla, or between slices of toast. The 'filling' concept allows for endless regional and personal variations.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in protein from the eggs and any added meats or cheese, with a moderate amount of fat. It provides key nutrients like vitamins B12 and D, choline, and selenium, with a rough calorie range of 250-450 per serving depending on the specific fillings and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Vitamin D	1.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg
Choline	300 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Calcium	80 mg

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved 'clean-out-the-fridge' meal, making it a practical and economical choice for many households. Nutritionally, the combination of high-quality protein and healthy fats from eggs and vegetables makes it a very satiating meal that can help stabilize energy levels throughout the morning.