Carmen'z Kitchen

MORNING TRIO

🍴 Serves 2
⏰ 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

Scrambled Eggs:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp half & half or heavy cream (optional, for fluffiness)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh chives (optional)

Avocado Toast:

  • 2 slices brioche or sourdough bread
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • A pinch of salt
  • ½ a pack of guacamole mix
  • Red chili flakes (optional)

Sweet Potato and Chickpea Hash:

  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced into small cubes
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

SIDES (OPTIONAL)

  • Sausage links
  • Fresh strawberries

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Sweet Potato and Chickpea Hash

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potato cubes and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add chickpeas, bell pepper, and red onion. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender and everything is golden. Garnish with parsley.

Step 2: Avocado Toast

  • Toast the bread slices until golden.
  • Mash the avocado in a bowl with lemon juice, salt, and guacamole seasoning.
  • Spread the avocado mixture on each slice. Sprinkle with red chili flakes for a spicy kick.

Step 3: Scrambled Eggs

  • Whisk eggs with milk or heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add the eggs and stir gently with a spatula until creamy and cooked to your liking.
  • Top with chopped chives if desired.

Plating:

  • Plate the sweet potato hash, avocado toast, and scrambled eggs together for a visually appealing and balanced meal.
  • Add fresh strawberries and/or sausage links as a side if desired

HEALTHY TIPS

  • Scrambled Eggs: Opt for egg whites or use one whole egg with additional whites to reduce fat and cholesterol.
  • Avocado Toast: Choose whole-grain bread for added fiber.
  • Sweet Potato and Chickpea Hash: Roast the sweet potatoes and chickpeas in the oven with minimal oil instead of pan-frying to reduce fat content. Add more colorful veggies like zucchini or spinach for added nutrients.
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