The Fiber-Rich Scrambled Egg Addition That Brings Big Flavor To Breakfast

Scrambled eggs are a classic breakfast choice, and for good reason. They're quick to cook, satiating, and delicious when prepared correctly. That initial hit of protein first thing is also good for feeling full and energized, at least at first. If you find yourself growing bored with your breakfast and reaching for a snack just an hour after eating, your body may be craving fiber, as the combination of fiber and protein is more satisfying than protein alone.

Fortunately, there's a fresh and flavorful topping perfect for scrambled eggs that's also fairly high in fiber: avocado. When combined with the right seasonings, this combination is also simple and ridiculously tasty. You can simply dice the avocado and sprinkle it on top of your eggs with furikake or chili-lime seasoning, or grill your avocados to give them a rich, smoky flavor that pairs beautifully with eggs and hot sauce.

In addition to helping maintain overall bowel health and good digestion, fiber is also essential to reducing cholesterol, protecting cardiovascular health, and balancing blood sugar. The average adult needs between 25 and 38 grams of fiber per day for optimum health, and a whole medium avocado contains a whopping 10 grams of fiber, about a third of the recommended daily intake. The healthy fats in both the avocados in the eggs and the healthy dose of protein from your scramble (avocados contain very little protein) also help with feelings of fullness and satiety, making eggs and avocado a powerhouse breakfast combo.

Just as there are many secrets to making crave-worthy scrambled eggs, there are plenty of tips and tricks you can use not only to elevate a basic avocado scramble, but also to ensure your mornings have plenty of variety so breakfast stays exciting. The simplest way to bring both ingredients to life is to season them liberally with salt and pepper, which makes the eggs taste rich and gives the avocado a lovely, buttery earthiness. Of course, that's the foundation of seasoning your breakfast well, and it can be combined with any other flavors you like.

The easiest way to mix-and-match flavors you know will be delicious is to choose a flavor profile often paired with avocados. For instance, if you love guacamole, try whisking roasted garlic, minced dried onions, and cayenne pepper into your eggs before adding diced avocado with Tajín and lime juice. Finish the whole thing off with a dollop of sour cream for a pop of creamy freshness.

If a bagel and lox are your thing, try garnishing your avocado scramble with everything bagel seasoning with a little cream cheese melted into the eggs and garnish with chives. You can take inspiration from Asian cuisine and add umami soy sauce to your eggs before drizzling everything with chili crisp oil. The whole thing would also be delicious inside a breakfast burrito draped with salsa and paired with crisp, golden hash browns or spicy black beans.