Gently Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Chives
A delicate breakfast featuring softly cooked eggs folded with smoky salmon and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick keto start. This American-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs Large eggs, Unsalted butter, Smoked salmon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 tsp Unsalted butter
- 2 oz Smoked salmon
- 1 tbsp Fresh chives
- 1/4 tsp Lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk 4 large eggs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper until well combined, then stir in 1/4 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tsp unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat until melted and shimmering.
- Step 3: Pour in the egg mixture and gently stir with a silicone spatula for 2-3 minutes, until softly set but still moist, avoiding high heat.
- Step 4: Gently fold in 2 oz smoked salmon pieces and 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, then cook for 30 seconds until warmed through.
