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Creamy Spinach and Eggs


  • Author: sarah
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A warm and comforting breakfast featuring creamy spinach and perfectly cooked eggs.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 34 green onions (thinly sliced, both white and green parts)
  • 5 oz. baby spinach (about 4 cups)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more if needed)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (plus more if needed)
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 4 eggs
  • Crusty bread (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced green onions and sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted.
  4. Season with salt and pepper and stir to mix.
  5. Mix in the Greek yogurt until it blends with the spinach.
  6. Make four shallow indents in the spinach with the back of a spoon.
  7. Crack one egg into each indent.
  8. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.
  9. Cook until the whites set and the yolks reach your desired doneness.
  10. Serve at once with crusty bread and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, swap Greek yogurt for coconut milk or dairy-free yogurt. Add fresh herbs or feta for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: breakfast, creamy eggs, spinach, healthy, easy recipes