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Quick & Healthy Egg Muffins with Spinach and Feta

Quick & Healthy Egg Muffins with Spinach and Feta
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Quick & Healthy Egg Muffins with Spinach and Feta offer a nutritious, protein-packed breakfast option that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy mornings. Made with fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, and eggs, these bite-sized muffins are low-carb, flavorful, and kid-friendly, making them an ideal grab-and-go meal or snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup onion or shallots, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or cooking spray, for greasing muffin tin
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep and preheat: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin with olive oil or use a non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal.
  2. Sauté the spinach and aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, lightly sauté minced onion and optional garlic until soft and translucent. Then add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Let this mixture cool slightly.
  3. Mix the eggs and cheese: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, crumbled feta cheese, salt, pepper, and any fresh herbs you’re adding.
  4. Combine all ingredients: Add the cooled spinach and onion mixture to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine everything evenly, making sure the spinach and feta are distributed throughout.
  5. Pour into muffin cups: Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. This helps the muffins rise without spilling over.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until the egg muffins are set and lightly golden on top. You can check doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool and enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before gently removing. These can be eaten warm or stored for later.

Notes

  • Don’t overfill the muffin cups to avoid spillover and messy baking.
  • Use fresh spinach for vibrant color and tender texture.
  • Whisk eggs well to ensure fluffier muffins.
  • Add cheese last and fold in gently to prevent it from sinking.
  • Check oven temperature to avoid drying out the muffins.
  • Allow muffins to cool before storing to keep them fresh longer.

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Keywords: egg muffins, healthy breakfast, low carb, spinach, feta, protein-packed, quick breakfast, meal prep

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