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High-protein egg dish cooked in butter with onion
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Scrambled eggs with onion in butter (140 g) has 255 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.5 g of carbs, 14.6 g of protein, 19.7 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 28 µg of Biotin covers 93% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 140 g
255
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
4.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
14.6g
· 29% DV
Fat
19.7g
· 25% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 23% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 255 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.7 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 7.14 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.28 g | |
| Sodium | 203 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 100 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 80 g | 146 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 291 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 165 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 364 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Cook finely chopped onion in butter over medium-low heat until soft, then add beaten eggs and stir gently over low heat. Take the pan off the heat while the eggs are still slightly glossy; residual heat will finish cooking them without making them rubbery.
Yes, soften the onion in butter before adding the eggs. Onion takes longer to cook than beaten eggs, so adding everything together can leave the onion sharp and crunchy while the eggs overcook.
Let the onion’s released moisture evaporate before adding the eggs, and cook the mixture uncovered over low heat. A crowded pan or very wet onion can leave liquid in the finished dish, while high heat tends to overcook the eggs before the moisture clears.
You can add milk, but it is not necessary for scrambled eggs with onion in butter. A small splash makes the eggs softer, while too much can make them loose and watery. For a richer, more distinctly buttery result, leave the milk out.
For creamy scrambled eggs with onion in butter, use low heat and stir slowly rather than letting the eggs set into a firm layer. Remove the pan before the eggs look completely done, since they continue cooking briefly after leaving the burner.
Serve scrambled eggs with onion in butter with toast, warm flatbread, or a crisp side salad. Fresh herbs such as chives or parsley add brightness, and avocado or roasted tomatoes can turn the dish into a more substantial brunch.
Black pepper and a little salt are classic in scrambled eggs with onion in butter. Chives, parsley, paprika, or a pinch of chili flakes also complement the sweet cooked onion; add fresh herbs at the end so their flavor stays lively.
Scrambled eggs with onion in butter keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving them out for hours, and discard them if their smell or appearance changes.
Yes, reheat scrambled eggs with onion in butter gently in a skillet over low heat, stirring just until warm. Microwaving also works in short bursts, but the eggs can turn tough, so stop as soon as they are heated through.
You can freeze scrambled eggs with onion in butter, but thawing often makes the eggs grainy or rubbery. They are best eaten freshly cooked; if you do freeze leftovers, thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat them thoroughly.
Vitamins
Biotin
28µg · 93% DV
B12
1.33µg · 55% DV
B5
1.89mg · 38% DV
B2
0.48mg · 37% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
231mg · 33% DV
Iodine
34µg · 23% DV
Zinc
1.47mg · 13% DV
Sodium
203mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
203mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 255 calories in 1 serving (medium) (140 g):
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Scrambled eggs with onion in butter is a simple stovetop dish made by softening chopped onion in butter, then stirring in beaten eggs until just set. It is a familiar home-style preparation rather than a dish tied to one specific cuisine. The onion turns sweet and tender, while the eggs can be kept soft and creamy.
It works well for breakfast or brunch, served hot with toast or crusty bread; fresh tomatoes or greens make a good, lighter side. The eggs make it a protein-rich choice, while the butter gives it a richer, higher-fat character. Cook the onion gently and take the pan off the heat while the eggs are still slightly glossy, as they will continue to set.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.