Give Scrambled Eggs A Protein And Flavor Boost By Adding One Canned Staple From Your Cabinet

While following the best kept secrets for making scrambled eggs is sure to produce delicious results, you might occasionally want to incorporate extra ingredients for more flavor and satiety. After all, scrambled eggs are tasty on their own, but their subtle flavor accommodates many different foods. On that note, if you're looking for a flavorful protein boost similar to sardines, canned tuna is one of many unique ingredients worth adding to scrambled eggs. Not only is canned tuna relatively moderate in price. This shelf-stable fish also has a salty, umami-rich taste.

Next to being affordable and rich in flavor, canned tuna is also a great source of protein. Depending on the brand you choose, one 5-ounce can of tuna typically contains between 30 and 40 grams of protein. You can use either water-packed tuna or tuna packed in oil for a softer consistency and richer flavor.

Whichever variety you choose, the process of preparing canned tuna with scrambled eggs is simple. Start by scrambling your eggs in a separate bowl. If you're using water-packed tuna, drain out the excess liquid. However, if you're using oil-packed tuna, use the included oil to give your scrambled eggs a more intense flavor. Once your skillet is hot, add a small amount of cooking oil (if necessary), along with the tuna, and saute for a few minutes before pouring in your eggs. From here, scramble the eggs and tuna together until they reach your desired consistency.

To give this protein-rich scramble even more flavor, you can also sauté some chopped red onion or bell pepper in some cooking oil before adding your tuna to the pan. To give this meal a more fish-focused taste, use oil-packed tuna and cook any chopped veggies with the included oil and tuna before adding in your eggs. If you want to add more creamy appeal (and even more protein) to this one-of-a-kind scramble, try mixing in a scoop of cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, or even tzatziki sauce.

Surprisingly, scrambled eggs taste gourmet with a dollop of this creamy sauce because tzatziki contains not only yogurt but freshly grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and seasonings like garlic, salt, and pepper. Conversely, if you want to avoid possibly changing the texture of your scrambled eggs, you can also add more protein to this meal by including additional egg whites, black beans, or crumbled feta cheese. More ingredients you can add to impact the flavor of your scramble include fresh herbs, pickled onions, or a spoonful of pesto or chili crisp.

Lastly, another worthwhile way to combine canned tuna and scrambled eggs is to prepare your favorite tuna salad with a combination of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and pickled extras. Then simply serve a helping of this salad alongside your next morning scramble. You can also combine creamy tuna salad and scrambled eggs on thick slices of toasted bread for an extra crunch to your protein-packed breakfast.