Heart-Healthy Savory Egg Muffins

Start your morning off on the right foot with these Heart-Healthy Savory Egg Muffins—a protein-packed, low-fat breakfast perfect for busy lifestyles. Made with a nutritious blend of fluffy egg whites, vibrant spinach, sweet red bell peppers, and juicy cherry tomatoes, these muffins are bursting with flavor and loaded with essential vitamins. The addition of low-fat feta cheese and a hint of garlic powder adds a delightful savory kick, making each bite irresistibly delicious. Baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin, these portable egg muffins are quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time before popping into the oven. Perfect for meal prepping, they can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored for up to four days for a grab-and-go breakfast. Whether you're looking for a heart-healthy, low-carb, or gluten-free option, these egg muffins are a satisfying and nutritious choice to fuel your day!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 large Egg whites
• 2 large Whole eggs
• 1 cup Spinach
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 10 Cherry tomatoes
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Low-fat feta cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg whites and whole eggs until frothy.

Step 4

Finely chop the spinach, red bell pepper, and green onions. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 5

Place a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 6

Add the chopped bell pepper and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 7

Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and let the vegetables cool for a few minutes.

Step 9

Stir the cooled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and green onions into the egg mixture.

Step 10

Add the feta cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, stirring until well combined.

Step 11

Pour the egg mixture evenly into the greased muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the muffins are firm and lightly golden on top.

Step 13

Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing.

Step 14

Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2122.2 grams (2122.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	851

Total Fat 32.70g	42%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 404mg	135%
Sodium 2660mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 79.90g	29%
Dietary Fiber 22.40g	80%
Total Sugars 48.80g
Protein 69.70g	139%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 615mg	47%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 4682mg	100%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 35.8%