Scrambled eggs with cheddar
Scrambled eggs with cheddar is a simple, savory breakfast dish where beaten eggs are cooked until soft and then mixed with shredded cheddar cheese until melted. The classic ingredients are eggs, cheddar cheese, a bit of butter or oil for cooking, and a pinch of salt and pepper. While eggs are a global staple, the specific use of cheddar cheese places this dish firmly within American and Western breakfast traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with very few carbohydrates, making it a filling, low-carb option. It provides a good amount of vitamin B12, selenium, and calcium from the cheese, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 21 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Phosphorus | 350 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Choline | 280 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination is a cultural staple in American diners and home kitchens, valued for its speed, affordability, and comforting taste. Nutritionally, the fat from the cheese and cooking butter helps with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (like vitamin A and D) present in the egg yolks.
