Easy Egg Sandwich

Egg Sandwich

Serves: 1

Fruits and Vegetables: ¼ cup per serving

Ingredients

2 eggs, large

1 slice whole-wheat bread or 1 whole-wheat tortilla (6-inch)

1 tablespoon cheddar cheese, low-fat, shredded

1 tomato, sliced

Directions

  1. Wash and slice tomato.
  2. Beat eggs in microwave-safe bowl using a fork.
  3. Cook eggs in microwave for 45-60 seconds. Take out and stir. Place back in microwave for 30 more seconds.  When done, eggs should be fluffy, not runny.
  4. Spread cooked eggs on bread or tortilla and top with cheese and tomato slices.
  5. Serve this “face-up” sandwich warm.

Tip

  • Eggs are an inexpensive, healthy source of protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (with whole-wheat bread): 1 sandwich; Calories: 230; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Fiber: 0 g; Fat: 11 g; Saturated Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 320 mg

Source

Adapted from Massachusetts WIC

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