Heart-Healthy Scotch Eggs

Satisfy your cravings for a classic snack with a guilt-free twist by making these Heart-Healthy Scotch Eggs. This wholesome recipe swaps out traditional pork sausage for lean turkey sausage, seasoned with paprika, garlic, and Dijon mustard for a flavorful punch. Each boiled egg is wrapped in the seasoned meat, breaded with whole wheat flour and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, and baked to golden perfection—no deep frying needed! Perfect for brunch, picnics, or meal prep, these protein-packed scotch eggs are lower in fat and high in flavor. Enjoy a crispy, satisfying bite knowing it's both delicious and nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Large eggs
• 500 grams Lean turkey sausage
• 1 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 75 grams Whole wheat flour
• 2 pieces Egg whites
• 100 grams Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 as needed Olive oil cooking spray
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes.

Step 2

Remove eggs from heat and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool for 5 minutes. Peel once cool.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the turkey sausage with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Divide the sausage mixture into 6 equal portions.

Step 5

Flatten each portion into a thin patty. Wrap one sausage patty around each boiled egg, ensuring the egg is completely covered. Smooth the surface to eliminate any seams.

Step 6

Prepare three separate bowls: one with whole wheat flour, one with beaten egg whites, and one with panko breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Coat each sausage-covered egg in flour, followed by egg whites, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs to cover completely.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit).

Step 9

Place the prepared eggs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 10

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden brown and crisp.

Step 11

Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1068.1 grams (1068.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1983

Total Fat 79.50g	102%
Saturated Fat 21.10g	106%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1469mg	490%
Sodium 5684mg	247%
Total Carbohydrate 152.50g	55%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 8.30g
Protein 174.40g	349%

Vitamin D 240IU	1200%
Calcium 376mg	29%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 2411mg	51%

*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: 35.4%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 30.2%