Description
Start your day with these protein-packed Mediterranean Veggie Egg Cups – a perfect make-ahead breakfast that’s nutritious, delicious, and helps control appetite throughout the day. Each bite delivers a flavorful combination of eggs, fresh vegetables, and herbs for sustained energy and focus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk (regular or plant-based)
- 1 bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (basil, chives, or parsley)
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or use silicone liners.
- Finely dice the bell pepper, onion, and chop the spinach.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until light and frothy. Add 1/4 cup of milk for creaminess.
- Stir in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and fresh herbs.
- Fold the chopped vegetables into the egg mixture.
- Using a 1/4 cup measure, distribute the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until the eggs are set and slightly golden on top.
- Allow the egg cups to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin.
Notes
- For reduced cholesterol, substitute two egg whites for one whole egg.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of chia or flax seeds for extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- For dairy-free option, use almond or oat milk and nutritional yeast instead of cheese.
- These egg cups can be refrigerated for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze cooked egg cups for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
- Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 egg cups
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
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