. pumpkin chili mexican scramble .
The beans and egg whites in this dish give it a filling protein punch, while the addition of salsa and avocado provide a Mexican twist to an other wise earthy chilli.
Ingredients (serves one)
- ½cup mixed, frozen vegetables (corn, peas, carrots, green beans)
- 1 tsp. coconut oil
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ cup kidney beans
- ½ tsp. curry powder
- ½ tsp. cumin
- ¼ tsp. turmeric
- ¼ tsp. cinnamon
- 2 egg whites
- handful of spinach
- salsa
- ¼ avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Defrost frozen veggies.
- Over medium heat, saute the frozen veggies in coconut oil for 2-3 minutes.
- Add pumpkin puree, beans, and spices, mixing until fully combined.
- Cover and let cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour egg whites over the pumpkin mixture, incorporating slightly. Toss in a handful of spinach, cover, and let cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- When egg whites begin to set and spinach has wilted, stir entire mixture to combine evenly, letting cook a few more minutes.
- When slightly cooled, transfer to a bowl, top with a dollop of salsa, the sliced avocado, and enjoy!
Happy Eating!







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Oh. My. Goll.
[Yum!]
you are such a genius. I am making this SOON!!!
This looks so yummy! Is there a vegan equivalent that I can use in please of the egg whites?
Erm. I’m not really sure. I suppose you could try tofu, but it wouldn’t be exactly the same.
Mmmm, your getting me hungry just viewing your delicious creation
Great creativity! Might try adding smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder as well!
just made this! so delicious! you are a genius!
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