One Ingredient, Three Delicious Meals: All About Eggs

This week’s star: eggs – simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile. Here's how to make the most of this kitchen MVP.

May 31, 2025

Hey friends,

If there’s one ingredient I reach for again and again, it’s eggs. They’re affordable, packed with protein, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re rushing out the door or lingering over brunch, eggs can do it all.

I’ve lost count of how many times eggs have saved a meal at my house. Whether it’s a soft scramble or a last-minute carbonara after a long day, they’re always there—humble, fast, and full of possibilities.

What to Buy This Week

Everything you need to make this week’s egg-based meals (+ their pairings).
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This week’s recipes are easy, savory, and full of flavor — and this list keeps your shopping simple. Stick to the basics or grab a few extras to build out sides and toppings.

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Zucchini (2–3 medium)
Garlic
Lemon
Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or mint)

Dairy & Eggs

Eggs (at least 6–8)
Pecorino or Parmesan

Pantry

Olive oil
Dry couscous
Spaghetti or pasta of choice
Chili flakes

Protein (Optional)

Guanciale
Pancetta
Bacon

🧂 Optional Extras

Pairings, sides, and flavor boosts to elevate your meals

Labneh or plain yogurt (cool contrast for spicy dishes)
Arugula or radicchio (for a salad or couscous bowl)
Cucumber (great with yogurt-based dishes)
Tomatoes (for sauce or salad)
Mushrooms (sautéed or roasted side)
Bread (sourdough, pita, or toast)
Balsamic vinegar (optional salad drizzle)
Feta or avocado (extra creaminess)
Pickled onions or chili crisp (for topping eggs)
Hot sauce, harissa, or sumac

👉 Scroll down for this week’s three egg-based recipes — they’re quick, delicious, and endlessly flexible.

Breakfast

Scrambled Eggs with Zucchini (Zucchine Cacio e Uova)
This simple, protein-packed dish is a Mediterranean classic made with just eggs, zucchini, and cheese. It comes together in minutes—perfect for busy mornings or even a light, comforting dinner.

Pair it with: Toasted sourdough or pita + a few spoonfuls of labneh or herbed yogurt.
👉 Get the full recipe

Lunch

Spicy Couscous Bowl with Soft-Boiled Eggs
This is a cozy, crave-worthy bowl of chili-kissed couscous topped with jammy eggs and fresh herbs. It's a meal-prep hero.

Optional but highly recommended: A spoon of labneh or yogurt adds creamy richness to balance the spice and fluffiness of the couscous.

Pair it with: A crunchy cucumber & tomato salad dressed with lemon and sumac
👉 Full recipe here

Dinner

Classic Spaghetti Carbonara (with or without the rules)
Creamy, salty, and deeply satisfying — carbonara is proof that eggs belong at the dinner table. Whether you go traditional with guanciale and Pecorino or with bacon and Parmesan, it’s a quick and cozy end to the day.

Pair it with: A bitter green salad (like radicchio or arugula) with balsamic vinaigrette. And maybe a glass of chilled white wine.
👉 Make it tonight