Scrambled Eggs with Citrus Salad Recipe – Perfect fluffy eggs every time? Yes, you can learn how to make them right now!
While you might be convinced that “scrambled eggs with citrus salad” sounds like a nice addition to a restaurant brunch menu, maybe you’re less sold on the fact that you can ever make them perfect at home.
Or even remotely good. Edible.
Because there’s just something those eggs hold against you!
But what is the problem of those pesky little things?
Do they hate your pan? Are they dairy-sensitive? Too hot? Too cold?
Or are they just not very friendly at all?
But there’s one very simple technique to turn them into your best friends ever – BFFs for life! (OK, please don’t tell anyone I just called eggs BFFs.)
Let’s face it: I wasn’t always the queen of savory breakfasts. I used to think to make a good scramble you need eggs, milk and a tumble dryer.
I don’t know about you but I’m not too fond of dry, flaky, ready-to-fold eggs.
Then I tried the hyperactivity method: Take that whisk and beat the life out of those eggs. <- Nope, didn’t work either. Though it did do wonders to get those upper arms into the best shape of their lives.
But then I tried something new.
I added water to my eggs, one tablespoon for each.
Beat that really well in a bowl (now that’s where the whisk can get some action!), poured them in a lightly greased frying an over medium heat and…
Did nothing.
Seriously, the keys to good scrambled eggs are simply patience, a spatula and someone to take the latter away from me because if there’s something I lack then it’s the ability to wait.
And I’m promising you right now, they will be the best scrambled eggs you ever made! (OK I can’t promise 100% but if you actually know an even better method PLEASE let me in on the secret!)
Here I’m pairing those fluffy little clouds with the most tangy-creamy-tasty wonderfulness of a citrus and avocado salad – oh and the honey mustard vinaigrette! It’s a dream come true.
So there you have it. Water, a spatula and a bit of time.
Sounds super easy, right?
And it is!
You can be friends with your eggs now, stop blaming your poor gas delivery system for accidentally giving your stove nuclear powers and work out those upper arms while you’re waiting for your eggs to start setting!
Win-win-win, amirite?
Scrambled Eggs with Citrus Salad
made it? tap the stars to add your rating!Ingredients
For the salad
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- salt & pepper (to taste)
- 8 oranges (preferably a mix of blood and blonde)
- 2 grapefruits
- 2 shallots
- 1 avocado
- fresh mint and thyme sprigs
For the eggs
- 8 large eggs
- 8 tablespoons water
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 3 tablespoons chopped herbs (I used parsley and chives)
- salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
To make the salad
- Add the oil, juice, honey and mustard to a small jar, close the lid and shake until creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Put in the fridge until ready to use.
- Cut the oranges and grapefruits into slices, then remove the zest with a small, sharp knife. Thinly slice the shallots and cut the avocado into chunks.
- Arrange the grapefruit and orange slices on plates and top with the avocado and shallots, leaving space on the plate for the eggs.
To make the eggs
- Meanwhile, heat a large lightly greased frying pan over medium high heat.
- Whisk the eggs with the water in a medium bowl until frothy and pour into the pan. Wait until the eggs have set on the bottom of the pan before slowly and carefully scraping through them with a spatula. Do this with long strokes and take your time. This should give you large chunks.
- When the eggs are set but still a bit wet looking, add the cheese and herbs and mix carefully. Finish cooking for 30 seconds to a minute then season with salt and pepper.
To finish
- Garnish the salad with mint and thyme leaves and drizzle with the dressing. Add the eggs to the plates and serve immediately.
Annie @Maebells says
How clever! I am going to try your trick, we are big egg lovers in this house!
Nora says
Eggs are awesome! Thanks Annie!
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
Cool trick! I will have to try that one. One of my cook books says to add frozen butter pieces for the fluffiest omelette, but I’ve never heard of water in eggs! Looks delicious 🙂
Nora says
Oh I’ve never heard of the frozen butter trick for omelettes! Brani usually just magically makes them huge and puffed up, maybe that’s what he’s secretly doing, ha! Thanks Denise!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
I make scrambled eggs every single day for breakfast. HOW have I never heard of this method with adding water? I’m trying it tomorrow! And this citrus salad recipe is just delicious looking!
Nora says
And don’t forget the spatula! 🙂 Thanks Natalie!
Katie says
how interesting Nora! I too noticed that when I just let the eggs sit they turn out great. It’s hard to resist the urge to mess with them. I always add a bit of milk or even some cream or half and half. I’ll have to try water. I love the citrus and avocado salad, yum!
Nora says
It’s SO hard! I always feel the need to stir around in my pots and pans 🙂 Thanks Katie!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
I’ve never tried adding water to my scrambled eggs. You’ve got me intrigued! This dish looks like the perfect brunch! 🙂
Nora says
Thank you Alyssa!
Danielle says
I’m loving that you added in some fresh herbs, you give me so much inspiration for ways to use the herbs in our garden! I’m definitely giving that water trick a try next time too, we eat scrambled eggs pretty often around here 🙂
Nora says
Haha, I’m just getting creative using up the herb jungle I’ve created 😀 Thanks Danielle!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Nora these definitely look like the perfect scrambled eggs! I make them all the time, but they never turn out nearly as pretty as yours. And I’ve never heard of adding water to them! I usually add milk, so i will have to try that. And I love the citrus salad, too. Sounds so refreshing!
Nora says
Thank you Gayle 🙂
Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says
I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish! I’m going to have to try that water trick in my next batch of scrambled eggs. Yours look perfect!
Nora says
Thanks Kristine!