How to make scrambled eggs more filling?
jenniator
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Hey guys,
I was craving some eggs today so I made scrambled eggs, here is my recipe.
Scrambled eggs:
Pam Oil Spray: 0 cal
2 eggs: 160 cal
1 egg white: 17 cal
10 grams of cheese: 35.5
100 grams veggies: 31 cal
Total: 243.5 cal
Sometimes I add 2 slices of Turkey lunch meat (30 more calories), so 273.5 cal in total.
It was absolutely delicious and made a good portion, but the problem was it didn't fill me up at all. Afterwards I had 3 chips ahoy cookies (160 calories) and that helped take off the edge. My oatmeal is only around 197-292 calories and it fills me up a lot. Does anyone have a better idea of how to make scrambled eggs more filling without having the calories be too crazy? Generally I don't like to go higher than around 300 calories for a meal except dinner since I like to have snacks in between as well.
I was craving some eggs today so I made scrambled eggs, here is my recipe.
Scrambled eggs:
Pam Oil Spray: 0 cal
2 eggs: 160 cal
1 egg white: 17 cal
10 grams of cheese: 35.5
100 grams veggies: 31 cal
Total: 243.5 cal
Sometimes I add 2 slices of Turkey lunch meat (30 more calories), so 273.5 cal in total.
It was absolutely delicious and made a good portion, but the problem was it didn't fill me up at all. Afterwards I had 3 chips ahoy cookies (160 calories) and that helped take off the edge. My oatmeal is only around 197-292 calories and it fills me up a lot. Does anyone have a better idea of how to make scrambled eggs more filling without having the calories be too crazy? Generally I don't like to go higher than around 300 calories for a meal except dinner since I like to have snacks in between as well.
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I don't find eggs by themselves all filling either. I usually scramble 2 eggs with 113 grams of cottage cheese and a bunch of spinach. That's about 300 calories.
The cottage cheese gives the whole dish more protein and makes it more filling. I need to cook it longer to cook out the liquid in the cottage cheese, but it works. And the eggs are really cheesy.0 -
They sell unflavored whey protein you can whisk that in too.0
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Frozen diced peppers. Ham/turkey. Sausage links on the side. Cheese. Spinach. Eat it in a tortilla.0
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I guess you need to weigh the benefit of say, having 3 eggs instead of 2 (80 calories extra), or 3 chips ahoy to fill up (160 calories extra). Does the extra yumminess of the cookies make the 80 extra calories worth it? Only you can answer that question.
You could also ditch the cheese from the recipe since it adds calories but not a lot of satiety, which would allow you to add the 3rd egg even easier.0 -
subversive99 wrote: »I guess you need to weigh the benefit of say, having 3 eggs instead of 2 (80 calories extra), or 3 chips ahoy to fill up (160 calories extra). Does the extra yumminess of the cookies make the 80 extra calories worth it? Only you can answer that question.
You could also ditch the cheese from the recipe since it adds calories but not a lot of satiety, which would allow you to add the 3rd egg even easier.
That's true
I always heard it was good to add cheese for extra protein/fat. I did add 2 eggs + a egg white. I have tried 3 eggs with veggies and turkey in the past, but I still wasn't satisfied 
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I eat Egg Beaters instead of eggs--less calories for more volume: 184 g egg beaters (equals 4 eggs), 28 g mild shredded cheddar cheese, 56 g John Morrell diced ham. 280 cal, 8 carb, 11 fat, 38 protein. If you like veggies, you could add them in for a larger portion size for very little calorie increase. I eat this all the time for breakfast because it helps me make my protein goal for the day. I usually eat half & save the rest for a snack later, so I know that you can put it in the fridge & warm it up later & it's still good.0
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PeachyCarol wrote: »I don't find eggs by themselves all filling either. I usually scramble 2 eggs with 113 grams of cottage cheese and a bunch of spinach. That's about 300 calories.
The cottage cheese gives the whole dish more protein and makes it more filling. I need to cook it longer to cook out the liquid in the cottage cheese, but it works. And the eggs are really cheesy.
It really is strange, but eggs never fill me up either which is strange since I've always heard people say they are extremely filling. I dislike cottage cheese a lot, so it sounds a bit gross to me. I've heard people use greek yogurt though which sounds a little better, but still odd. I don't think it would make the meal more filling, but it might.0 -
I do frozen spinach, mushrooms, egg whites, laughing cow light and either a slice of ham or 5g cheese on toast every morning
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I do 2-3 eggs, 1/4-1/3 cup of milk, 2 ounces of turkey sausage crumbles, 3/4-1 ounce of cheese, and sometimes a bit of spinach.
Also, keep in mind that 0 calorie spray is only for 1/4 second. They state that because it's under 5 calories. I usually do 2 seconds of an olive oil spray I have, so that's 18 calories.0 -
I have a 4 egg omelet fried in butter with a slice of American cheese and a tablespoon of faux bacon bits, it is plenty filling until lunch.0
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It just shows how varied people are, as I have a similar breakfast -- 2 eggs omelet, lots of vegetables (for example, broccoli + spinach), a little feta -- and find it extremely filling. Usually I have more protein with it, which makes it even more filling (cottage cheese or smoked salmon are my favorites). That might kick it over 300, but I usually aim for 300-400 for any breakfast, as I'm more a 3 meal person.
I do find that cheese doesn't really add to the satiety factor (but some would disagree). I include it because I like it and usually go with feta because it has a strong taste in small quantity so I don't have to add much.0 -
When I have eggs, I usually have to pair it with a carb to fill me. Might be just in my head, but eggs alone = hangry an hour later.
Eggs and a slice of toast, or a sauteed potato = i'm happy until 30 minutes before lunch haha0 -
That's true I always heard it was good to add cheese for extra protein/fat. I did add 2 eggs + a egg white. I have tried 3 eggs with veggies and turkey in the past, but I still wasn't satisfied
I find that no matter how much I eat for breakfast (usually around 5:30am on weekdays as I get to the office by 7am), I am hungry for a mid morning snack. So, I try to have just a small breakfast in the 2-300 calorie range. Since I know I'll be hungry by 9:30 anyway, having a 500-600 calorie breakfast (toasted bagel with butter & peanut butter) is sort of pointless, except for the fact that it's delicious.
Anyway, limiting my breakfast calories has been working well lately, and allowing me to have more flexibility for the rest of the day.
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I find eggs very filling. But a 300 calorie meal typically doesn't fill me up either. I need around 400-500 calories. How about having those eggs with an English muffin and a laughing cow wedge?0
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Hey guys,
I was craving some eggs today so I made scrambled eggs, here is my recipe.
Scrambled eggs:
Pam Oil Spray: 0 cal
2 eggs: 160 cal
1 egg white: 17 cal
10 grams of cheese: 35.5
100 grams veggies: 31 cal
Total: 243.5 cal
Sometimes I add 2 slices of Turkey lunch meat (30 more calories), so 273.5 cal in total.
It was absolutely delicious and made a good portion, but the problem was it didn't fill me up at all. Afterwards I had 3 chips ahoy cookies (160 calories) and that helped take off the edge. My oatmeal is only around 197-292 calories and it fills me up a lot. Does anyone have a better idea of how to make scrambled eggs more filling without having the calories be too crazy? Generally I don't like to go higher than around 300 calories for a meal except dinner since I like to have snacks in between as well.
You answered your own question. Make 4 eggs instead of 2. That'll be a lot more filling for you.
I normally have 5-6 and I'm stuffed afterwards.0 -
I have added fresh veggies even spinach with a little cheese.0
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Add butter or oil. 1 tablespoon will be around 100calories. I find the fat helps me feel full0
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I like to add a serving or two of egg whites to 2 whole eggs more protein and volume without a ton of calories. 0
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Load up with the veggies! I have egg and veggie scramble for breakfast most mornings. Normally, mushrooms, spinach or arugula, peppers, onions and a little lower-cal feta cheese. I use a mix of whole eggs and egg whites and make enough for several days. Just warm it up and breakfast is ready.
I often eat this with a corn tortilla, topped with salsa and fresh cilantro. Breakfast taco!0 -
I'm going to have to try the scrambled eggs with cottage cheese @PeachyCarol ... Mmmmm!
I grew up with a Manx granny who served me buttered boiled eggs in adorable egg cups as a little girl. Butter + eggs still satisfies me for HOURS today. I don't know why. I butter both boiled and poached eggs.0 -
Cottage cheese, fo sho. Also, I have to have toast with my eggs. I feel like something is missing eating them without bread.0
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When I have eggs, I usually have to pair it with a carb to fill me. Might be just in my head, but eggs alone = hangry an hour later.
Eggs and a slice of toast, or a sauteed potato = i'm happy until 30 minutes before lunch haha
Yup. I need a starchy carb with my eggs too. Whenever I cook pasta, white or sweet potatoes, I make extra to have with eggs. I use 2 ounces of cooked pasta. When out of leftovers, I'll have bread.
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Just shows how different we all are as my first thought was 'more cheese'. I see others are saying ditch it but cheese is something I always find very filling. And yeah agree more veg to bulk it out and another egg would be a better choice than cookies next time. But it's trial and error - the replies show we're all different.0
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hmmm....I actually have just 1 fried egg, use smart balance pam type spray, 15-20g shredded cheddar and either a 100 cal mini bagel with cream cheese or 1 slice or reduced cal oatmeal bread with peanut butter (most of those are market basket brand if you want to look up the cals). Keeps me from about 5:30am til 10am or so. I need more fat to keep me fuller during the work week, but need some carbs for some sticking power and fiber. Ends up between 280 and 350 cals depending.0
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lemurcat12 wrote: »It just shows how varied people are, as I have a similar breakfast -- 2 eggs omelet, lots of vegetables (for example, broccoli + spinach), a little feta -- and find it extremely filling. Usually I have more protein with it, which makes it even more filling (cottage cheese or smoked salmon are my favorites). That might kick it over 300, but I usually aim for 300-400 for any breakfast, as I'm more a 3 meal person.
I do find that cheese doesn't really add to the satiety factor (but some would disagree). I include it because I like it and usually go with feta because it has a strong taste in small quantity so I don't have to add much.
That's very true! It's strange how different every person is when it comes to satisfying your aptitude. The most filling foods for me are oatmeal and yogurt with berries and protein powder. I think for me, protein is what makes me full. I also noticed carbs can be filling when paired with protein, at least for me. But it is strange since eggs have great fat and protein, so I would think they would fill me up. I wonder what makes yogurt much more filling than eggs. I also find cheese doesn't fill me up at all. Feta cheese does sound great though.0 -
When I have eggs, I usually have to pair it with a carb to fill me. Might be just in my head, but eggs alone = hangry an hour later.
Eggs and a slice of toast, or a sauteed potato = i'm happy until 30 minutes before lunch haha
That actually sounds like a good idea, eggs with carbs like potato or whole grain bread. I think that might be more filling I find carbs and protein together make a filling meal generally. I'm always satisfied with my oatmeal which is a mix of protein and carbs. 0 -
I find eggs very filling. But a 300 calorie meal typically doesn't fill me up either. I need around 400-500 calories. How about having those eggs with an English muffin and a laughing cow wedge?
It's strange since I find 300 calorie meals to be filling in general. I always eat oatmeal in the morning which is around 292 cal , chicken soup 200 cal, pumpkin soup 242 cal, and in the summer I was eating yogurt with fruit and protein powder 262 cal. All those meals satisfy me a lot more than eggs for some reason.0 -
Hey guys,
I was craving some eggs today so I made scrambled eggs, here is my recipe.
Scrambled eggs:
Pam Oil Spray: 0 cal
2 eggs: 160 cal
1 egg white: 17 cal
10 grams of cheese: 35.5
100 grams veggies: 31 cal
Total: 243.5 cal
Sometimes I add 2 slices of Turkey lunch meat (30 more calories), so 273.5 cal in total.
It was absolutely delicious and made a good portion, but the problem was it didn't fill me up at all. Afterwards I had 3 chips ahoy cookies (160 calories) and that helped take off the edge. My oatmeal is only around 197-292 calories and it fills me up a lot. Does anyone have a better idea of how to make scrambled eggs more filling without having the calories be too crazy? Generally I don't like to go higher than around 300 calories for a meal except dinner since I like to have snacks in between as well.
You answered your own question. Make 4 eggs instead of 2. That'll be a lot more filling for you.
I normally have 5-6 and I'm stuffed afterwards.
I've tried making more eggs, but they just don't seem to keep me full or satisfied for even over a hour.0 -
Just shows how different we all are as my first thought was 'more cheese'. I see others are saying ditch it but cheese is something I always find very filling. And yeah agree more veg to bulk it out and another egg would be a better choice than cookies next time. But it's trial and error - the replies show we're all different.
Yeah everyone really is different. I noticed cheese also don't fill me up. The bulking up on veggies is a great idea. I tried adding another egg before, and it didn't make a difference unfortunately Also since the cookies fit into my calorie goal, it's not too much of a problem Especially since I haven't had junk food in a while. 0
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