This hearty sweet potato bacon spinach scramble recipe includes protein, complex carbohydrates, fats and fiber that will keep you feeling full for hours.

A brown bowl filled with a hearty scramble of eggs, diced sweet potatoes, spinach, and pieces of ham, topped with slices of fresh avocado. The bowl sits on a wooden surface.

This Sweet Potato, Bacon, and Spinach Scramble is the kind of breakfast that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together before 9AM. I get it, it’s a big claim. But trust me here.

This ridiculously filling scramble is the perfect example of a meal I eat daily. It’s hearty, colorful, nutrient-packed, and just a little indulgent thanks to those crispy bits of bacon dancing through those perfectly cooked eggs!

It’s the kind of dish that feels fancy enough for a weekend brunch with some Pumpkin Waffles, but easy enough to whip up on a weekday when you’re craving something substantial.

This simple breakfast features creamy scrambled eggs, smoky bacon, earthy sweet potatoes, and a pop of color (and plenty of antioxidants!) from the spinach for a mouth-watering meal.

This is like your favorite diner breakfast decided to clean up its act and hit the gym. Still totally satisfying, just a little lighter and brighter!

Ready to give it a whirl?

Ingredient Notes

Here’s everything you need to make this sweet potato bacon and spinach scramble. It’s packed with easy-to-find ingredients that you can pick up at any grocery store!

Bacon: Our smoky, salty flavor bomb. It anchors the dish and gives the sweet potatoes that irresistible savory edge.

Sweet Potato: The cozy base of the scramble. They’re slightly sweet, hearty, and packed with fiber and nutrients. They also bring that natural warmth and depth you just can’t get from white potatoes.

Eggs: The creamy, protein-rich glue that ties everything together. Soft, fluffy, and golden perfection!

Spinach: It wilts down beautifully and makes the whole skillet feel a little more vibrant.

Sea Salt and Black Pepper: To season all the good stuff and make the flavors sing.

Optional Extras: A pinch of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes for heat, and maybe a sprinkle of shredded cheese if you’re in the mood! I also love serving this with avocado and salsa.

Recipe Customizations:

Go dairy-free by skipping the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
Add more veggies if you like! Red bell pepper, kale, red onion, fresh parsley, green onion, or zucchini is a great option.
Try crispy turkey bacon or sausage if you can’t eat bacon. Or skip it altogether and use olive oil or avocado oil for cooking.
Fancy a little luxury? Top with avocado slices or a drizzle of hot sauce before serving.

Helpful Tips

Cook bacon first. The fat renders in the pan, which you’ll use to crisp up the sweet potatoes for extra flavor (and fewer dishes to wash, which is win-win!).
Don’t rush the potatoes. Give them time to brown and soften before adding the eggs. That golden crust is everything.
Add the spinach at the end. It only takes a minute to wilt, and you don’t want it overcooked.
For extra creamy eggs, whisk in a splash of milk or almond milk before scrambling.

How to Make Sweet Potato Bacon and Spinach Scramble

Heat a large skillet such as a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, leaving a bit of the bacon fat in the pan.

Add the diced sweet potato cubes to the skillet. Cook the sweet potatoes (stirring occasionally!) for about 8 to 10 minutes until they’re tender and golden brown. If they start to stick, add a splash of water and cover the pan for a few minutes to help them steam through.

Add the chopped bacon and spinach and cook until spinach wilts, about 2 to 3 minutes. If at any point the eggs appear as though they are cooking too quickly, reduce to medium-low heat.

Pour whisked egg mixture into the skillet and let them set for a few seconds before gently stirring to scramble. Once they’re softly set, mix everything together.

Sprinkle it with sea salt, black pepper, and any extras (paprika, cheese, or hot sauce, avocado, salsa!).

Bowl full of sweet potato, bacon and spinach scramble.

Serve warm and dig in!

This Sweet Potato, Bacon, and Spinach Scramble is a wholesome way to start your day. It’s cozy enough for Sunday brunch, quick enough for Monday mornings, and guaranteed to make your kitchen smell amazing! And really, what could be better than that?

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