Scrambled eggs or omelets

Scrambled eggs or omelets are simple, versatile egg dishes made by beating eggs and cooking them in a pan, often with additions like milk, butter, herbs, cheese, vegetables, or meats. They are a staple breakfast food enjoyed worldwide, with countless regional variations.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and healthy fats, while being very low in carbohydrates. A typical serving provides essential nutrients like vitamin B12, selenium, and choline, with a rough calorie range of 150-300 depending on added ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	143 kcal
Protein	12.6 g
Carbs	0.7 g
Fat	9.5 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0.4 g
Sodium	142 mg
Cholesterol	372 mg
Vitamin A	270 µg
Vitamin D	2.0 µg
Vitamin B12	0.9 µg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg
Folate	47 µg
Selenium	30 µg
Phosphorus	198 mg

Per 2 large eggs (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The simplicity of eggs makes them a universal canvas for culinary creativity, from the French omelette's delicate fold to the fluffy American scramble. Nutritionally, eggs are often called 'nature's multivitamin' for their dense, balanced nutrient profile.