Yeast Free Whole30 Salsa Verde Veggie Scrambled Eggs
Bright, tangy, and loaded with fresh vegetables, this scrambled egg dish is the kind of breakfast that makes you genuinely excited to get out of bed. The homemade salsa verde — blitzed together from tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice — brings a punchy, vibrant kick that store-bought sauces just can't match, and you know exactly what's in it. For anyone navigating a yeast-free lifestyle, that matters more than most people realize, since packaged salsas and condiments can hide surprising additives and fermented ingredients. Here, everything is built from whole, clean components: ghee, fresh eggs, bell pepper, zucchini, and spinach, all cooked simply and quickly in a single skillet. The technique of slow, wide folds over medium-low heat gives you those big, custardy curds that feel almost luxurious for a weekday morning. Fanned avocado on the side adds creaminess and rounds out the meal without any fuss. It's a genuinely satisfying plate that happens to check every box — no compromises required.
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2 servings
For the salsa verde
- 6 oz tomatillos (about 4 medium), husked and rinsed
- 1 jalapeño, stemmed and roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp salt
For the eggs
- 1 tbsp ghee, divided
- ½ medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
For serving
- sliced avocado (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Quarter the tomatillos and place them in a blender or food processor along with the jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt. Pulse until the salsa is slightly chunky but uniform, about 8–10 short pulses. Taste and adjust salt, then set aside.
- 2
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the salt, black pepper, and cumin, and whisk until the yolks and whites are fully combined with no streaks.
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