The easiest, high-protein, carnivore breakfast to feast on. This ground beef and eggs recipe is made in a skillet with just 3 ingredients. Savory bites of seasoned ground beef mixed with fluffy scrambled eggs and swirled with salsa, this high-protein breakfast scramble is versatile and delicious.
I love the simplicity of this recipe and that it uses ingredients we always have on hand anyway. It was absolutely scrumptious. I used a spicy salsa and we loved it. Thanks for the recipe!
- Glenda
If you’re looking to amp up your protein in the morning, breakfast recipes like protein waffles and chicken omelets are how you do it.
The base of this eggs and ground beef recipe is made with only 3 ingredients but it can be adjusted and transformed in multiple ways allowing you to create a new breakfast each time you make it.
Bump up your daily protein intake (learn more about the benefits of a high-protein diet) and stay FULL for hours with this recipe and others like the carnivore casserole.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, this is one of my go-to's for breaking my fast, fueling my body, and staying full on busy days.
Why You’ll Love The Recipe
Easy: With minimal ingredients, this ground beef and eggs recipe is perfect for even beginners in the kitchen.
High protein: You can maximize your daily protein with this breakfast scramble while keeping your carb intake low given it has a great 28 grams of protein.
Allergy-friendly: At its base, this recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free, keto, paleo, and whole30 approved.
Versatile: With so many toppings and add-ins it’s easy to create a breakfast to suit your tastes that day.
Ingredients
Ground beef: Theggs and ground beef skillet uses seasoned, cooked ground beef as its base. I personally make slow cooker ground beef about once a week and keep it on hand in the fridge or the freezer to make for easy, high-protein meals like this.
Eggs: Any eggs you have in the fridge will do for this recipe and any dairy-free scrambled eggs.
Salsa: If you haven’t tried salsa and eggs you’re missing out. Use whatever salsa fits your preferences and know that it will obviously alter the flavor a bit.
Expert Tips To Make It
This recipe uses already cooked and seasoned ground beef. If you only have raw beef on hand, it’ll take longer to make. Season as per your preference.
I use a cast-iron skillet to cook in and tallow as my non-stick. You can use avocado spray or oil in place of this.
Though the recipe is based on scrambling the eggs into the taco meat and cooking, if you want to switch it up you can just crack the eggs into the beef and enjoy them sunny-side up as well. I would top it all with salsa at this point.
Know that there is not much seasoning added to the ground beef and eggs scramble. So, if you’re using unseasoned ground beef you’ll want to add in your own flavors.
How To Make Ground Beef and Eggs
Step 1: Add ground beef to a pre-greased pan, cooking over medium heat.
Step 2: Scramble the eggs, salsa, and salt together.
Step 3: Pour the scrambled egg mixture into the ground beef.
Step 4: Let it cook as is until eggs are cooked through or continue stirring occasionally with a spatula to make more of a scramble and break it up. Serve immediately.
Meal Prep and What To Do With Leftovers
If you have leftover ground beef and eggs, let it cool fully before storing it in the fridge in an airtight container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
You can reheat the breakfast in a skillet until heated through or in intervals in the microwave.
You can also meal prep the beef and egg scramble into egg white wraps for busy mornings. These can be frozen in parchment paper and just reheated in the oven in the morning.
Fun hack: if you’re taking your beef and eggs on the go (which I do often) a Yeti mug keeps them warmer than any thermos I’ve tried.
Variations and Add-Ins
As mentioned, this whole30 breakfast scramble can be made into anything you want it to be. Below are some tasty add-ins as well as toppings to use to make it a fun, fresh flavor.
Vegetables: When you put the ground beef into the skillet, add garlic, chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, asparagus or any other vegetable makes for a tasty beef and egg omelet.
Cheese: If you don’t need these beef and eggs to be dairy-free, you can easily top the skillet with any cheese you like. A cheesy scramble is always a comforting one. Cheddar, grated parmesan cheese, or feta all work. Dairy-free cheese works as well I just tend not to use it as much.
Spice: Add a punch of heat to the eggs and ground beef by popping in some sliced jalapenos, red pepper flakes, or a dash of hot sauce.
Seasonings: My ground beef is normally seasoned with cumin, chili powder, garlic, salt, and paprika. You can adjust yours as per your preference.
Toppings: I top my eggs and beef primarily with salsa and kimchi. However, sliced avocado, pickled onions, and sour cream are delicious options as well.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ground Beef and Eggs
Typically, eggs and ground beef are mixed together in a bowl for hamburgers. However, they can also be mixed in a skillet to make a breakfast scramble.
Yes! They are a very underrated pairing as with both beef and scrambled eggs in your dish you can take in a great amount of protein in one sitting. This protein hit helps keep you full long after the meal.
Beef is a protein and nutrient-packed food that is great for breakfast. Not only are you breaking a fast with a quality food but the high protein intake from the beef will help you stay full longer and curb mid-morning munching.
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Other High Protein Breakfast Recipes
- Scrambled eggs with veggies
- Dairy and gluten-free protein pancakes
- Chocolate protein baked oats
- Espresso overnight oats
- Matcha banana smoothie
Ground Beef and Eggs Recipe [Whole30]
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Eggs
- 1 cup Ground Beef Seasoned per preference
- 2 tablespoons Salsa
- Pinch Salt
- Non-stick spray
Instructions
- Grease a pan and add in the cooked beef, cooking over medium heat.
- Scramble the eggs, salsa, and salt together in a small bowl.
- Pour the scrambled egg mixture into the ground beef.
- Let it cook as is until the eggs are cooked through or move it around with a spatula to make more of a scramble and break it up (still ensuring the eggs are cooked through). Roughly 5-8 minutes.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Dhruvish says
This worked exactly as written, thanks!
Allie says
A huge hit at our brunch last week - def a keeper recipe
Laura says
Thank you for sharing this recipe
Hannah says
This was so easy to make and very tasty!
fitasamamabear says
Yay!
Jane says
My family loved this! Thanks so much for sharing!
Anonymous says
Thank you for sharing this recipe
Bree says
My new favorite breakfast go-to! Quick, easy, and packed with protein. It is filling and satisfying, so delicious too!
fitasamamabear says
Haha win!
Glenda says
I love the simplicity of this recipe and that it uses ingredients we always have on hand anyway. It was absolutely scrumptious. I used a spicy salsa and we loved it. Thanks for the recipe!
fitasamamabear says
Simple is crucial in my house lol
Kimmy says
As someone who follows a paleo diet, I'm always looking for easy and delicious breakfast options. This ground beef and egg scramble is perfect! What I loved the most is that this recipe have only 3 ingredients perfect for my busy morning! Thank you.
fitasamamabear says
Yay! Glad to give you a new staple.
Kath says
I added chopped bell peppers and mushrooms to the skillet along with the ground beef for extra flavor and nutrients. I also used dairy-free cheese as a topping and it added a creamy texture. Yum!
fitasamamabear says
It's so versatile!
Michelle says
This was absolutely delicious and the salsa was a really welcome addition that I would not have thought to make myself.
fitasamamabear says
Happy you loved it!