Scrambled Eggs With Avocado Seared Tomato (Printable)
Fluffy eggs meet creamy avocado and caramelized tomatoes in this quick, nutritious breakfast ready in 20 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Eggs & Dairy
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons milk (optional, for creamier texture)
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Vegetables
05 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
→ To Serve
09 - 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted (optional)
10 - Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Crack eggs into a mixing bowl. Add milk if using, then season with salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously until yolks and whites are fully incorporated and mixture appears uniform in color.
02 - Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in egg mixture. Using a heat-resistant spatula, gently push eggs from edges toward center, forming soft curds. Continue stirring until eggs are just set but still creamy and slightly glossy. Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.
03 - While eggs are cooking, heat olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place cherry tomatoes cut side down in the pan. Sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until bottoms are caramelized and lightly charred. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
04 - Cut avocado in half lengthwise, twist to separate halves, and remove pit carefully. Score flesh in a crosshatch pattern or slice thinly while still in the shell, then scoop out with a large spoon.
05 - Divide scrambled eggs evenly between two serving plates. Arrange seared tomatoes and avocado slices alongside or on top. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately with toast on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between warm creamy eggs and cool buttery avocado hits different every single time
- Seared tomatoes become little flavor bombs that burst when you bite into them
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- Overcooking eggs is the one sin that cannot be forgiven here, they will continue cooking even off the heat
- Seared tomatoes need that undisturbed time in hot oil to develop their jammy sweetness, rushing them just yields warm tomatoes
03 -
- Use the smallest skillet you have for the eggs, a crowded pan means steamed instead of scrambled eggs
- Pat your tomato halves dry before searing to encourage better browning and less oil splatter