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Spring Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs
18min
Total Time
2 people
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget
Cost
280 kcal
Calories
Spring Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs — the spring fling your breakfast plate deserves.
Ingredients
2
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh chives chopped
- 1/2 cup peas fresh or thawed
- 3 asparagus spears sliced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp lemon zest optional
Instructions
1
Crack eggs into bowl
2
Add cottage cheese and milk
3
Whisk until slightly blended
4
Chop chives and asparagus
5
Set multi-cooker to SAUTÉ medium
6
Melt butter until foamy
7
Add asparagus and peas
8
Cook one to two minutes stirring
9
Pour egg mixture into cooker
10
Let set twenty seconds then stir
11
Stir gently off heat to cream
12
Season with salt pepper and zest
13
Garnish with chives and dill
14
Serve warm with toast or salad
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Pro Tips
Use room temperature eggs for best texture
Fold gently to keep curds tender
Remove from heat slightly early for creaminess
Zest lemon for bright fresh flavor
Troubleshooting
Eggs runny cook a little longer low heat
Too dry reduce cooking time next batch
Grainy texture whisk more gently next time
Too salty use low-sodium cottage cheese
Recipe Variations
Add smoked salmon and dill for luxe brunch
Swap peas for baby spinach for greens boost
Add red pepper flakes for mild heat
Use low-fat cottage cheese to cut calories
Serving Suggestions
Serve with whole grain toast
Add fresh salad for light lunch
Top with extra chives or dill
Nutrition Facts
280
Calories
22g
Protein
6g
Carbs
18g
Fat
2g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
450mg
Sodium
372mg
Cholesterol
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Cooking on too high heat makes curds dry
Stirring constantly prevents creamy texture
Adding salt too early can break curds
Using cold eggs lowers creaminess
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
Yes. Texture slightly lighter but still creamy.
Can I make this dairy-free?
Use dairy-free cottage cheese alternative. Texture will change.
How to keep eggs creamy?
Cook low heat and remove early from heat.
Can I add other vegetables?
Yes add spinach or bell pepper small diced.
Is this suitable for meal prep?
Make fresh for best texture. Refrigerate up to three days.
Reviews
Kim
May 8, 2026
So light and creamy. Loved the spring veggies.
Raj
Apr 13, 2026
Quick breakfast. Great protein boost for mornings.
Sofia
Apr 30, 2026
Delicious. I added extra chives and lemon.
Chen
May 3, 2026
Perfect brunch dish. Easy and flavorful.
Aisha
Apr 23, 2026
Family approved. Kids liked the peas.
