Baked breakfast stuffed peppers are perfect for a low-carb breakfast, brunch, or even as an afternoon snack.
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We love the natural sweetness of bell peppers, and using them as a vessel to bake eggs in them is an added bonus! And to level it up, we are topping it off with bold flavors such as harissa and pistachio pesto.
Egg Stuffed Pepper Ingredients
Savory breakfast is definitely something we look forward to in the mornings. And it’s even better when it’s nutritious and flavorful in one bite. Here are the ingredients we used for our egg-stuffed peppers:
- Bell Peppers: You can use any color of your choice. Green bell peppers are slightly more bitter, while the yellow, orange and red bell peppers are sweeter. Red bell peppers also are more nutrient-dense.
- Eggs: We used 2 eggs per pepper half, however, depending on the size of your peppers, you may just need 1 egg.
- Harissa: We used harissa to add some heat and smoky flavors, but you can easily use another kind of chili sauce such as sriracha.
- Pistachio Pesto: We made our pistachio pesto from scratch, however, you can use any kind of store-bought pesto such as basil pesto.
- Avocado: To add some healthy fat, we added sliced avocado on top.
How to Make Breakfast Egg Stuffed Peppers
- Preheat the oven to 400F.
- Using a chef’s knife, slice the bell pepper in half. Remove the inner ribs and seeds of the peppers.
- Lay the peppers cut side up on the baking sheet and crack the eggs into the pepper halves.
- Bake in the oven until the egg whites are firmly set.
- Top it off with harissa sauce, pesto, and sliced avocados.
Reference the recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Meal Prep Tips for Egg Stuffed Peppers:
- Other Prep Methods: You can also cook this in a small toaster oven or in the Air Fryer (cook at 360F for 10-12 minutes).
- Storage: Store them in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze them and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months for the best quality. However, we recommend you don’t slice the avocado in advance. Wait to slice the avocado when you are ready to eat the peppers to prevent them from browning too early.
- To Reheat: Heat them in the microwave until they warm through.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is harissa?
Harissa is a chile sauce that is made from dried red-chiles, garlic, citrus, and warm spices such as cumin, coriander, caraway seeds, and olive oil. They are a perfect way to perk up the flavor for your eggs.
What is pesto?
Pesto is a sauce that combines crushed herbs, nuts, garlic, and olive oil. You can serve it with pasta, use it as a spread for sandwiches. The sauce can easily brighten up the flavor of a simple dish.
Are bell peppers keto-friendly?
Yes, bell peppers are low in carbs and they can be a great vegetable option to add when planning ingredients for your keto meals.
Oven Baked Breakfast Egg Stuffed Peppers
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