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Microwave Denver Scramble Slider

Microwave Denver Scramble Slider

Microwave Denver Scramble Slider
Makes: 1 Servings
Cook Time: 1 minute
Preparation Time: 5 minutes

This quick egg scramble sandwich is made fast in the microwave for a great on-the-go breakfast, lunch, or snack.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons red or green bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon onion, chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1 thin slice deli ham, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 slider-sized bun or whole wheat English muffin, split and toasted

Directions

  1. Place peppers and onions in 8 ounce ramekin or custard cup, or in a small bowl. Microwave on high 30 seconds; stir. Add egg, ham, and water, beat until egg is blended.
  2. Microwave on high 30 seconds; stir. Microwave until egg is almost set, 30 to 45 seconds longer. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
  3. Serve in bun.

Notes

  • Don't overcook. Scrambled eggs will continue to cook and firm up after removed from microwave.
  • Microwave ovens vary. Cook time may need to be adjusted.

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Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 185
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 217 mg
Sodium 504 mg
Carbohydrates 16 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 14 g
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Calcium 79 mg
Iron 2 mg
Potassium 262 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 185
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 217 mg
Carbohydrates 16 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 14 g
Minerals
Calcium 79 mg
Potassium 262 mg
Sodium 504 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 24 mg
Phosphorus 200 mg
Selenium 34 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 94 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 0.6 mcg
Vitamin C 14 mg
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 3 mcg
Folate 66 mcg
Thiamin 0.3 mg
Riboflavin 0.4 mg
Niacin 3 mg
Choline 192 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 1 ounces
Protein Foods 2 ounces
Vegetables 1/4 cups