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skillet with spinach, eggs, cheese, and tomatoes

Breakfast Spinach and Egg Skillet

This quick and hearty Breakfast Skillet Spinach and Egg recipe combines protein-packed eggs, nutrient-rich spinach, creamy avocado, and fresh tomatoes in a single skillet to energize your day with flavor and ease.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 379 kcal

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • skillet
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup egg whites
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 roma tomato (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • red pepper flakes (optional: sprinkle to desired heat)
  • 1 avocado (peeled and sliced)

Instructions
 

  • Heat the Skillet: Add olive oil to a heated pan on medium heat. Toss in the baby spinach and sauté until wilted. Push the spinach to the edges, creating a hole in the center.
  • Add the Eggs: Crack the eggs into the middle of the skillet.
  • Incorporate Egg Whites and Cheese: Pour the egg whites around the whole eggs, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the spinach and egg whites.
  • Add the Tomatoes: Scatter the diced roma tomato on top.
  • Cook and Set: Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the egg whites are set.
  • Season and Serve: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if you like a bit of heat). Serve with fresh avocado slices on the side.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 379kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 19gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 453mgPotassium: 1068mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 6364IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 175mgIron: 3mg