Low calorie easy scrambled eggs (microwave recipe)
- Serves: 1
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 2 mins
This easy low calorie recipe for scrambled egg is a great breakfast or lunch for when you're watching your waistline.
Ingredients
- 2 large British Lion eggs
- 30ml/2tbsp milk
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- toast and bacon to serve (optional)
Method
- Crack the eggs into a micro-proof bowl or jug. Add the milk and season with salt and ground black pepper, then whisk together with a fork.
- Place in the microwave and cook on HIGH for 1 min. Remove from the oven and whisk with a fork. Return to the oven and cook for a further 30 secs, stir again. The egg should be softly set.
- Leave to stand for 1 minute before serving with toast. If you prefer your scramble a bit firmer, cook for a further 20-30 seconds.
Cooks tips
Microwave your bacon too! Place 2 rashers of bacon in a single layer on a micro-proof plate, cover with a piece of kitchen paper and microwave on HIGH for 1 min 30 secs.
| Calories | Protein | Fat | Saturates | Salt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179 | 17.5g | 12.3g | 4.3g | 1.0g |
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