Wellness
Spinach and Parmesan egg bites
Jul 25, 2022 • Total time: 35 min
This recipe is perfect for those busy mornings when you don’t have time to cook a hot breakfast. Spinach lends its superfood nutritional profile to these make-ahead egg cups, and a sprinkle of parmesan elevates the flavor. The result? A quick breakfast full of good-for-you ingredients that leave you feeling satisfied.
Ingredients
- 10 oz frozen spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers (drained and chopped)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup egg substitute
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- nonstick cooking spray
Directions
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 350° F. Lightly spray a 16-cup mini-muffin pan with cooking spray.
Step 2:
In a medium bowl, using a fork, separate the spinach into small pieces. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
Step 3:
Scoop the veggie mixture into the bottom of the muffin cups. Sprinkle a layer of Parmesan on top.
Step 4:
In a second medium bowl, whisk in onions, egg substitute, milk, mustard, salt and pepper.
Step 5:
Pour mixture into the filled muffin cups. (Fill any empty muffin cups with water to keep the pan from warping.)
Step 6:
Bake for 18–20 minutes. Then let cool for 10 minutes. Use a thin spatula or flat knife to loosen the sides. Serve warm.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. To reheat, put 4-6 bites on a microwaveable plate. Microwave on high for 45-60 seconds or until warm.
Nutrition Facts
8 Servings
Serving Size: 2 quiche bites
Amount per serving
Calories 50
Total Fat 1.5g; Saturated Fat 0.5g; Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 190mg
Total Carbohydrate 3g; Dietary Fiber 1g; Total Sugars 1g; Added Sugars 0g
Protein 6g
Potassium 270mg
Phosphorus 80mg
Adapted from diabeteshub.org