Paraben Free Whole30 Garlic Chive Veggie Scrambled Eggs
Scrambled eggs might seem like a simple weeknight fallback, but this version is genuinely worth getting excited about. Colorful red bell pepper and zucchini get sautéed in ghee until lightly golden, then garlic and fresh chives are folded in before everything meets a pan of slow, carefully coaxed eggs. The technique here is the real star — low heat, wide gentle strokes, and pulling the pan off early means you land on eggs that are creamy and just barely set rather than rubbery and dry. Ghee does double duty as both the cooking fat for the vegetables and the base for the eggs, giving the whole dish a rich, subtly nutty flavor without any dairy that might sneak in unwanted additives. Every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, which is exactly what makes this such a clean, confident choice when you're being mindful about what goes into your food. A pinch of red pepper flakes at the end adds a little kick if you want it, and the reserved chives scattered on top keep things fresh and bright. It comes together in one skillet and is the kind of breakfast that actually keeps you full.
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2 servings
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp ghee, divided
- ½ red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 small zucchini, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl, add the salt and black pepper, and whisk vigorously until the yolks and whites are fully combined and the mixture is uniform in color with no streaks.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the bell pepper and zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden at the edges, about 4–5 minutes.
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