Seeking an effective approach to consume the spinach container in your fridge? Prepare this uncomplicated egg scramble. This serves as a straightforward breakfast or dinner choice low in carbs. Scramble together the eggs and spinach, dust with Parmesan cheese, then serve at once!

Parmesan Spinach Scramble

Ingredients

2 large eggs (50g each)
1 egg white
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 tsp butter
3 cups (90g) baby spinach
1 tbsp grated Parmesan

Directions

Combine the eggs along with the egg white in a medium-sized bowl. Incorporate the salt and pepper, then whisk thoroughly.

Heat a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add the butter. Once melted, add the spinach, cover, and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour the whisked eggs over the spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are just set, about 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Serves: 1 | Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 249; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 384mg; Sodium: 674mg; Carbohydrate: 8g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 20g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 773mg; Iron: 28%; Vitamin A: 21%; Vitamin C: 0%; Calcium: 21%

Originally published: August 24, 2015; Updated June 2026

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