Headline Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A luxurious breakfast that's as fresh as the morning news, featuring creamy eggs, smoky salmon, and a hint of dill. This American recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, combines eggs, whole milk, and butter into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1/2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 4 oz smoked salmon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk 4 large eggs and 1/4 cup whole milk until well combined and slightly frothy, then season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
2. Step 2: Melt 1/2 tbsp butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, add 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and cook for 2 minutes until softened but not browned.
3. Step 3: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently stir with a silicone spatula for 3-4 minutes until softly set but still moist, then fold in 4 oz smoked salmon and 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill.
4. Step 4: Cook for an additional 1 minute, then transfer to a plate and drizzle with 1 tbsp lemon juice.