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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
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 238
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 217 mg
Sodium 562 mg
Carbohydrates 29 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 1 g
Protein 16 g
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Calcium 133 mg
Iron 3 mg
Potassium 337 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 238
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 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 29 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 1 g
Protein 16 g
Minerals
Calcium 133 mg
Potassium 337 mg
Sodium 562 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 3 mg
Magnesium 35 mg
Phosphorus 233 mg
Selenium 41 mg
Zinc 2 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 2 mcg
Folate 87 mcg
Thiamin 0.4 mg
Riboflavin 0.5 mg
Niacin 4 mg
Choline 195 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

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