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Chorizo and Egg Scramble with Bell Peppers (Nut-Free)

A quick and flavorful chorizo and egg scramble with colorful bell peppers. Serve in gluten-free tortillas or as a bowl for a protein-packed nut-free lunch.

25m4 servings
Contains eggNUTS-free
350 cal|25g protein|15g carbs|22g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 225 g Mexican chorizo, removed from casing
  • 8 Eggs
  • 2 Bell peppers, diced (red, yellow, orange)
  • 1/2 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 8 Gluten-free tortillas (optional)
  • 1 Avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Salsa (optional)

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add the diced bell peppers to the skillet and cook until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Add the chorizo to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper.
  5. 5Pour the eggs into the skillet with the chorizo and vegetables. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are set.
  6. 6Serve immediately in gluten-free tortillas or as a bowl, topped with sliced avocado and salsa, if desired.

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