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High-protein, low-carb egg dish with calcium from cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Scrambled eggs with cheese (140 g) has 274 calories. That works out to 196 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 19 g of protein, 20.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Biotin covers 84% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 140 g
274
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
19g
· 38% DV
Fat
20.7g
· 27% 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 4% · Protein 28% · Fat 68%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 274 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.7 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 7.56 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.28 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 19 g | 38% |
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 | 274 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (shredded) | 30 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 98 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 90 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 150 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 431 kcal |
Calculated from 196 calories per 100 g.
Scrambled eggs with cheese are easy to make: beat the eggs, cook them gently in a lightly greased pan, and stir in grated or crumbled cheese as they begin to set. Take the pan off the heat while the eggs are still slightly soft.
Add the cheese to scrambled eggs with cheese when the eggs have begun to form soft curds. This gives the cheese time to melt without overcooking the eggs; finely grated cheese melts especially quickly.
Cheddar, Monterey Jack, feta, and goat cheese all work well in scrambled eggs with cheese. A melting cheese makes the eggs creamy, while feta or goat cheese adds a tangier flavor and stays in distinct pieces.
Scrambled eggs with cheese can turn watery if the pan is crowded, the heat is too low, or a moist cheese releases liquid. Cook in a wide pan over gentle heat and drain very wet cheeses before adding them.
For fluffy scrambled eggs with cheese, beat the eggs just until the whites and yolks are combined, then cook over low to medium-low heat while gently folding the curds. Remove them before they look fully set, since residual heat continues cooking them.
Yes, you can make scrambled eggs with cheese in the microwave. Beat the eggs in a microwave-safe bowl, heat in short bursts, and stir between each one; add the cheese near the end so it melts without making the eggs rubbery.
Yes, scrambled eggs with cheese can be reheated, though they may become firmer the second time. Warm a portion gently in a covered pan or microwave, stirring once, and stop as soon as it is heated through.
Scrambled eggs with cheese keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three to four days. Refrigerate them within two hours of cooking, and discard them if they have been left out longer.
Scrambled eggs with cheese pair well with toast, sliced tomatoes, avocado, or a simple green salad. For a heartier breakfast, serve them with roasted potatoes; fresh vegetables also make a good lighter accompaniment.
Scrambled eggs with cheese can fit a weight-loss breakfast because their protein may help keep you satisfied. Keep the cheese and added butter or oil moderate, and pair the eggs with vegetables rather than relying on a large portion of bread.
Vitamins
Biotin
25.2µg · 84% DV
B12
1.61µg · 67% DV
B2
0.59mg · 45% DV
B5
1.89mg · 38% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
343mg · 49% DV
Iodine
39µg · 26% DV
Calcium
238mg · 24% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 274 calories in 1 serving (medium) (140 g):
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Scrambled eggs with cheese is a simple pan-cooked dish: eggs are stirred as they set, with cheese added to soften and melt into them. It is savoury, tender and filling, and makes a familiar breakfast in many kitchens. Serve it hot with toast or crusty bread; it also works for a quick lunch, perhaps with tomatoes or a green salad. The eggs and cheese make it protein-rich and low in carbohydrates; a 100 g portion has 13.6 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use less cooking fat and add vegetables alongside.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.