
High-Protein Egg Scramble with Peppers and Garlic
A muscle-building scramble featuring 4 eggs with colorful bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and turmeric-inspired seasonings. Packed with 49.2g of protein, this breakfast delivers optimal bodybuilding macros with minimal fat for a lean, high-protein meal.
13 min407 kcal29g protein28g carbs21g fat
Ingredients
- 150g Raw red bell pepper
- 201g Egg
- 100g Raw red bell pepper
- 100g Raw orange bell pepper
- 10g Garlic, raw
Method
- 1Dice the red bell pepper and orange bell pepper into small, uniform pieces (about 1/4-inch). Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- 2Crack all 4 eggs into a bowl and whisk vigorously for 15-20 seconds until fully combined and slightly frothy. The eggs should be uniform in color with no visible whites.
- 3Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Use cooking spray or a small amount of oil to lightly coat the pan and prevent sticking (approximately 1-2 seconds of spray).
- 4Add the minced garlic to the hot pan and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. You should smell the garlic aromatics release immediately—do not let it brown.
- 5Add the diced red and orange bell peppers to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers begin to soften and develop light char marks on the edges.
- 6Pour the whisked eggs into the pan with the peppers and garlic. Immediately reduce heat to medium to prevent overcooking.
- 7Using a silicone spatula, gently push the eggs from the outer edges toward the center of the pan, tilting the pan slightly to allow uncooked egg to flow to the edges. Repeat this motion every 20-30 seconds.
- 8Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes total until the eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist (not dry or rubbery). The residual heat will continue to cook them slightly after you remove from heat.
- 9Season with salt, pepper, and a light dusting of turmeric powder (optional, about 1/4 teaspoon for color and flavor). Stir gently to distribute.
- 10Transfer immediately to a plate and serve hot. The scramble will continue to firm up slightly as it rests.
- 11**Pro Tips:**
- 12- Don't overcrowd the pan—the peppers need space to sauté properly
- 13- Low heat in the final cooking stages prevents tough, overly-firm eggs
- 14- Add hot sauce or salsa on the side for extra flavor without adding fat
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