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Healthy High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg White Scramble with Spinach and Salsa

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A quick, light, and protein-packed breakfast scramble combining egg whites, cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and zesty salsa for a creamy and flavorful start to your day.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large egg whites (about 6 fl oz or 180 ml)
  • 1/4 cup small-curd cottage cheese (60 ml)
  • 1 cup loosely packed fresh spinach (about 30 g), washed and roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons salsa (30 ml), fresh chunky preferred
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (5 ml)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes
  • Optional: sprinkle of fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse and roughly chop the fresh spinach. Measure out the egg whites, cottage cheese, and salsa.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the 6 large egg whites with 1/4 cup small-curd cottage cheese. Whisk gently until partially blended but still textured.
  3. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet. Add chopped spinach and sauté until wilted and bright green, about 2-3 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the egg whites and cottage cheese mixture over the spinach. Let sit undisturbed for 20 seconds, then gently fold with a spatula. Cook until softly set but still moist, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Remove from heat just before fully firm to keep eggs tender.
  6. Transfer scramble to a plate and spoon 2 tablespoons of fresh salsa on top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh egg whites for best fluffiness. Cook over medium heat and fold gently to keep eggs tender. Wilt spinach separately to avoid watery scramble. Small-curd cottage cheese blends better without large lumps. Remove from heat just before fully firm to prevent overcooking. Salsa sodium content varies; choose low-sodium if sensitive.

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Keywords: high-protein, egg white scramble, cottage cheese, spinach, salsa, healthy breakfast, quick breakfast, low calorie, gluten-free

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