Veggie Egg Muffins Protein (Printable Version)

Savory egg bites filled with fresh vegetables and rich protein for a quick meal or snack.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup chopped baby spinach
02 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
03 - 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
04 - 1/4 cup finely diced red onion

→ Eggs & Dairy

05 - 8 large eggs
06 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
07 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Herbs & Seasonings

10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

# Preparation steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with silicone cups.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano until well combined.
03 - Add chopped spinach, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and half of the shredded cheese into the egg mixture; stir gently to combine.
04 - Divide the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over each filled muffin cup, if using.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes until the muffins are set and slightly golden on top.
07 - Allow muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin; serve warm or cool completely for storage.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pan and cleanup takes literally minutes
  • You can grab two muffins and be out the door with proper protein in under thirty seconds
02 -
  • Overfilling the cups makes them spill over and creates a messy edge that burns
  • Letting them cool completely before storing prevents condensation from making them soggy
03 -
  • Spinach holds water so squeeze it gently after chopping if it seems really wet
  • Use a spring release ice cream scoop to fill the cups evenly and quickly
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