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Eggs scrambled with parmesan cheese, high in protein and calcium
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 15.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 26.4 µg of Biotin covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
216
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
15.8g
· 20% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 30% · Fat 67%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.8 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 6.24 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 162 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Cook Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan over low heat, stirring gently, and take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly moist. The residual heat finishes cooking them without making the curds dry or rubbery.
Add the Parmesan to Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan once the eggs have begun to set but are still soft. It will melt through the curds without sitting over heat long enough to lose its flavor or turn tough.
Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan can turn watery if the pan is crowded with wet ingredients, such as uncooked tomatoes, or if the eggs are cooked too gently without setting. Cook watery vegetables separately and use moderate, steady heat for the eggs.
No, Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan do not need milk or cream. The eggs and melted cheese can make a tender dish on their own; extra liquid may dilute the Parmesan flavor and make the eggs harder to cook evenly.
Yes, you can replace the Parmesan in Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan with finely grated Pecorino or a sharp aged cheddar. Pecorino is saltier, while cheddar gives the eggs a milder, richer flavor, so taste before adding extra salt.
Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan pair well with toast, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or sliced tomatoes. For brunch, serve them with a crisp green salad; the fresh vegetables balance the eggs’ rich, savory flavor.
Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan are best cooked just before serving because reheating can make the eggs firm. If you have leftovers, refrigerate them promptly in a covered container and use them soon; reheat gently rather than cooking them again over high heat.
Freezing Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan is not recommended for the best texture. After thawing, the eggs can become watery and grainy, and the cheese may separate; make a fresh portion instead when you want soft, creamy eggs.
Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan provide protein and calcium, but Parmesan and added cooking fat also contribute richness and salt. For a more balanced meal, serve a moderate portion with vegetables and choose how much extra butter or oil to use.
Parmesan can make Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan salty, especially if you add salt before tasting. Use finely grated cheese so a small amount spreads through the eggs, then season the finished dish only if it needs it.
Vitamins
Biotin
26.4µg · 88% DV
B12
1.44µg · 60% DV
B2
0.46mg · 35% DV
B5
1.32mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
264mg · 38% DV
Iodine
42µg · 28% DV
Calcium
252mg · 25% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
192mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Scrambled Eggs with Parmesan is made by gently cooking beaten eggs in a pan and stirring in grated Parmesan. The cheese brings a savoury, salty edge to a familiar breakfast, rather than making this a traditional Italian dish; Parmesan simply gives the eggs an Italian-inspired touch.
Serve them soft and just set, with toast, tomatoes or greens for breakfast or a quick lunch. They are protein-rich, and the cheese adds calcium as well as flavour. For a lighter plate, use a little less Parmesan and cook the eggs with only a small amount of butter or oil.
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
— Not 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
6.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.