Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 136 | |
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Total Fat | 6.5 g | |
Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | |
Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |
Cholesterol | 104 mg | |
Sodium | 177 mg | |
Total Carbohydrate | 11 g | |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | |
Sugars | 4 g | |
Protein | 8 g |
Dietary Exchanges
1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat
Ingredients
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3 extra-large egg whites -
2 extra-large eggs -
1/4 cup water -
1/8 teaspoon pepper (freshly ground preferred) -
1/16 teaspoon salt (a pinch) -
1 teaspoon canola or corn oil and 2 teaspoons canola or corn oil, divided use -
1 small red onion, finely chopped -
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped -
1/2 cup grated carrots -
1/2 cup grated zucchini -
1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes -
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions -
1 medium fresh jalapeño, seeds and ribs discarded, finely chopped -
3 6-inch corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch strips -
2 tablespoons salsa (lowest sodium available)
Directions
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In a small bowl, using a fork, whisk together the egg whites, eggs, water, pepper, and salt. Set aside. -
In a medium skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the red onion, bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the tomatoes, green onions, and jalapeño. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a plate. -
In the same skillet, still over medium-high heat, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the tortilla strips for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden, stirring constantly. Stir in the salsa. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in the egg mixture. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the eggs are set, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. -
Stir in the vegetable mixture.
Cooking Tip: To easily grate vegetables, use a box grater or the grater attachment on a food processor. You can also use a spiralizer or a peeler and then chop the zucchini into smaller pieces.
Keep it Healthy: Serve with a side of no-salt-added black beans.
Tip: If you don't have the vegetables listed on hand, swap in the same amount of others, such as sliced mushrooms, chopped asparagus, or leftover roasted potatoes or sweet potatoes.