One of my favorite Giada Eat Better, Feel Better cookbook recipes is this Asparagus Scramble made with fresh asparagus, whisked eggs, olive oil, chopped chives, and a pinch of kosher salt. This quick and tasty Asparagus Scramble makes for a great breakfast and takes just 13 minutes from start to finish, serving up to 2 people.

Recipe Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• ½ bunch of asparagus ends trimmed and cut into ¼-inch pieces
• ½ teaspoon of kosher salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1½ tablespoons of chopped chives
• Freshly ground black pepper (optional)

How To Make Giada Asparagus Scramble

1. Heat the Skillet: Start by heating a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Let the oil heat for about a minute before adding the asparagus.
2. Cook the Asparagus: Toss the trimmed and chopped asparagus into the skillet, along with ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt. Stir it around often, making sure all the pieces cook evenly. Keep cooking until the asparagus becomes tender, which should take about 4 minutes.
3. Whisk the Eggs: While the asparagus cooks, whisk the eggs in a bowl with the remaining ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt and 1 tablespoon of chopped chives. Make sure the egg mixture is smooth and well combined.
4. Lower the Heat: When the asparagus is tender, reduce the heat to low. Pour the egg mixture into the pan with the asparagus. Stir the mixture slowly, making long strokes with a rubber spatula to gently scrape the set eggs from the bottom of the pan.
5. Finish Cooking: Keep stirring as the eggs cook. When they are almost fully set but still a little wet (about 1 minute), turn off the heat. Keep stirring off the heat until the eggs are creamy and just fully set, which should take around 3 more minutes.
6. Serve and Garnish: Sprinkle the scramble with the remaining ½ tablespoon of chopped chives. Add a pinch of freshly ground black pepper if you like before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Add a little cheese: For extra flavor, sprinkle a small amount of grated Parmesan or feta on top of the scramble right after cooking. It adds richness without overwhelming the dish.
• Use fresh herbs: If you have fresh parsley or dill on hand, chop some and add it to the eggs before whisking. This gives the scramble a burst of fresh flavor.
• Make it heartier: Add some sautéed mushrooms or diced tomatoes before adding the eggs. It bulks up the dish and makes it a bit more filling.
• Customize the texture: If you prefer firmer eggs, cook them for an additional minute over low heat. Stir constantly to prevent the eggs from becoming too dry.

Recipe FAQs and Variations

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