High-protein scrambled eggs with avocado
Nutrition per serving
Creamy, protein-rich scrambled eggs served with avocado on wholemeal bread. A filling savoury breakfast that combines protein, healthy fats and slow-release carbohydrate, perfect for getting through a training morning.
Preparation: 5 min | Cooking: 5 min | Servings: 1 | Difficulty: Easy
Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 471 kcal · 22 g protein · 18 g carbohydrate · 36 g fat
Ingredients
Method
- Beat the eggs with salt and pepper.
- Pour them into a pan over a low heat and stir constantly until creamy.
- Toast the wholemeal bread and mash the avocado on top.
- Serve the eggs on the toast and sprinkle with chives.
Nutritional benefits
Eggs are a benchmark for complete protein and micronutrients (choline, B12, vitamin D), avocado provides healthy fats and fibre, and wholemeal bread provides slow-release carbohydrate. This filling trio gives steady energy, ideal before exercise. Rich in protein for a complete savoury breakfast.
Variations and substitutions
- Without bread: a low-carb version with more avocado.
- With smoked salmon for omega-3.
- With spinach or mushrooms.
- Higher in protein: add an extra egg white.
Storage and making ahead
Eat straight after cooking. Prepare the avocado at the last moment (a squeeze of lemon stops it browning).
💡 Good to know
The secret to creamy scrambled eggs: a low heat and constant stirring. Take them off the heat while they are still slightly runny (the residual heat finishes the cooking).
Further reading
Discover more high-protein recipes · keto & low-carb recipes · dairy-free recipes.
Foods in this recipe: eggs · avocado · wholemeal bread · olive oil · chives.
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