BHA & BHT Free Whole30 Veggie Egg Scramble
Colorful, nourishing, and ready in minutes, this veggie-packed scramble is the kind of breakfast that actually keeps you full until lunch. Red bell pepper, zucchini, and baby spinach get cooked down in ghee until tender and lightly golden, building a savory base before the eggs even hit the pan. Smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth that ties everything together without relying on any processed seasonings or additives — a real win when you're trying to avoid synthetic preservatives hiding in spice blends and flavoring mixes. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which is exactly the point. The low-and-slow egg technique — wide, gentle strokes over medium-low heat — gives you that perfectly moist, glossy scramble rather than rubbery curds. A scatter of fresh chives on top makes it feel a little fancy for a weekday morning. It's clean eating that genuinely tastes like something you'd order at a good brunch spot.
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2 servings
- 1 tbsp ghee
- ½ medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the smoked paprika and a pinch of salt and pepper, and whisk until the yolks and whites are fully combined with no streaks remaining.
- 2
Melt the ghee in a 12-inch skillet over medium 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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