Scrambled Turkey Eggs
Scrambled turkey eggs are a savory breakfast dish made by whisking and cooking turkey eggs, which are larger and richer than chicken eggs, often with a splash of milk or cream and seasoned with salt and pepper. The dish is popular in regions where turkey farming is common, such as parts of North America and Europe. It's typically served with toast, vegetables, or herbs for a hearty meal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and healthy fats, with minimal carbs, providing essential nutrients like vitamin B12, selenium, and choline. A typical serving of about two large turkey eggs scrambled contains roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Choline | 150 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
Per 2 large turkey eggs scrambled (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Turkey eggs have a thicker shell and a richer, creamier yolk compared to chicken eggs, making them a prized ingredient in gourmet cooking. Nutritionally, they offer higher levels of certain vitamins and minerals per egg, reflecting the larger size of the bird.
