Smoked salmon scramble

Smoked salmon scramble is a luxurious yet simple breakfast or brunch dish where flaky, cured salmon is folded into soft, creamy scrambled eggs. It typically features high-quality smoked salmon, eggs, and often includes additions like cream cheese, fresh dill, capers, or chives for extra flavor. While eggs and salmon are global staples, this specific preparation is particularly popular in modern Western brunch culture, especially in North America and Europe.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very high in protein and healthy fats, with minimal carbohydrates, making it a low-carb, keto-friendly option. A typical serving provides a substantial amount of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B12, with a rough calorie range of 300-450 calories depending on the portion of salmon and any added fats like butter or cream.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	3 g
Fat	25 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	850 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin D	15 mcg
Vitamin B12	4.5 mcg
Selenium	35 mcg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin A	250 IU
Choline	150 mg

Per 1 serving (about 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the fusion of traditional Scandinavian cured fish techniques with classic French egg cookery, elevated into a modern gourmet staple. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse for brain and heart health due to the synergistic combination of high-quality protein from eggs and anti-inflammatory omega-3s from the salmon.