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Egg Tortilla Scramble with Avocado
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Egg Tortilla Scramble with Avocado

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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

774
Calories
22g
Protein
54g
Fat
55g
Carbs

Counts 10 of 11 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 10 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Avocado 1 medium (150g) 240
Tortilla Chip 1 medium flour (45g) 140
Olive Oil 1 tbsp (14g) 119
Cheese 1 oz (28g) cheddar 113
Egg 1 large egg (50g) 78
Onion 1 medium (110g) 44
Red Bell Pepper 1 medium (119g) 31
Chili 1 tsp (2.7g) 8
Cilantro 1 tbsp chopped fresh (1g) 1
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Sauce not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¾ tsp hot red pepper sauce
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup broken tortilla chips
  • ½ cup shredded jack cheese

Directions

1

Cut avocado lengthwise around the pit; twist halves to separate; spear pit with a knife, twist and pull to remove; gently scoop out flesh with a spoon; dice avocado (makes about 1 cup) and set aside.

2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3

Add onion; cook and stir for 1 minute.

4

Add bell pepper; cook and stir until onion begins to brown, about 3 minutes.

5

Meanwhile, whisk together eggs, cilantro, hot sauce and salt.

6

Add to mixture in skillet along with tortilla chip pieces.

7

Cook and stir gently until eggs are set but still soft.

8

Sprinkle cheese on top.

9

Cover and remove from heat; let stand until cheese begins to melt, about 1 minute.

10

Divide mixture among four plates; top with reserved avocado.

11

Serve with bacon strips or curls, if desired.

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