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southwest breakfast scramble

Southwest Breakfast Scramble packs 34g protein and 1,267 calories per serving across 4 servings—a substantial morning meal for heavy training days. Quick stovetop preparation makes this breakfast option viable for carb-loading around workouts. Built for lifters who fuel intense sessions with large pre-training meals.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Egg, Whole, Large
  • Butter(30g)
  • Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(425g)
  • Tortilla Chips, Corn, Plain(720g)
  • Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought(240g)
  • Mexican Blend Cheese(240g)
  • Cilantro, Fresh
  • salt and pepper to taste ($0.05)

Instructions

  1. 1Drain and rinse the canned black beans in a colander, then set aside to finish draining.
  2. 2Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk lightly until combined.
  3. 3Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat (about 1–2 minutes), then pour in the whisked eggs. Cook 3–4 minutes over medium-low heat, gently pushing the cooked egg from the edges toward the center with a spatula until the eggs are about 75% set and still slightly wet on top.
  4. 4Add the drained black beans and tortilla chips to the skillet, gently folding them into the eggs (break the chips into smaller pieces as you fold). Cook 1–2 minutes over medium-low heat until just combined.
  5. 5Spoon the salsa evenly over the egg mixture, then sprinkle the Mexican blend cheese on top. Cover the skillet with a lid and increase heat to medium. Cook 4–5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the mixture is heated through.
  6. 6Remove the lid and gently fold the ingredients once more so the cheese is distributed throughout. The eggs should be fully set with no liquid remaining.
  7. 7Chop the fresh cilantro leaves roughly and sprinkle over the top.
  8. 8Divide the scramble evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot, then cover and refrigerate until ready to reheat.

Nutrition — Per Serving

1267

calories

34g

protein

63g

fat

Carbohydrates
146g
Saturated fat
20.3g
Sodium
1311 mg
Dietary fiber
10.9g

4 servings per batch · ~414g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Southwest Breakfast Scramble have per serving?

Each serving provides 34g of protein alongside 1267 calories, 63g fat, and 146g carbs. This is a calorie-dense breakfast meant to serve as a primary meal, not a light option.

How long does Southwest Breakfast Scramble take to prep?

Despite the high calorie count, this recipe qualifies as quick prep and makes 4 servings on the stovetop. You're looking at one efficient batch-cooking session for multiple breakfast servings.

Is Southwest Breakfast Scramble good for muscle gain?

At 34g protein and 1267 calories per serving, this scramble delivers significant caloric surplus needed during muscle-building phases. The 146g carbs support high training intensity and glycogen replenishment.

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