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Cheesy Swiss Chard & Egg Breakfast Tacos

Name: Cheesy Swiss Chard & Egg Breakfast Tacos
Prep time: 20
Cook time: 30

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4.9 out of 5 stars (based on 7 reviews)

20 min prep

30 min total

4 servings

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9 ingredients

This recipe for protein-packed breakfast tacos starts with prepping Swiss chard, but the truth of the matter is that this tasty breakfast is a great way to use up leftover steamed or sauteed greens.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup red onion, sliced
3 cups Swiss chard, chopped, leaves only stems reserved for another use
Red and yellow bell peppers, sliced and sauteed (optional)
4 eggs, whisked
½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
12 small corn tortillas
¼ cup cilantro, minced
salt and pepper to taste

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

361 cals

Fat

18 g

Saturated Fat

7 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

3 g

Monounsaturated Fat

7 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Sugar

2 g

Fiber

5 g

Protein

17 g

Sodium

434 mg

Directions

In a large non-stick large saute pan over medium heat, heat oil and add red onion. Cook until translucent. Add Swiss chard and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until slightly wilted. Add salt and pepper. Remove and reserve chard. Wipe pan.
In a small bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper.
Spray pan with cooking spray and place over medium low heat. Add eggs and cook until set and scrambled.
In a dry, separate small sauté pan over medium-low heat, place one tortilla at a time in the pan to heat through.
Place a portion of Swiss chard, eggs, and cheese on each taco. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Chef Tips

If you want more of a lunchtime dish, add grilled peppers to your taco as in the photo.

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Cheesy Swiss Chard & Egg Breakfast Tacos