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Veggie Loaded Egg Muffin

Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 35 mins
Servings 4
Calories 165
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

These egg muffins are a nutrient-dense breakfast or snack option designed to support a healthy lifestyle. This recipe combines high-quality protein from eggs and cottage cheese with a variety of fiber-rich vegetables to provide sustained energy.

Nutritional Benefits

  • Eggs & Cottage Cheese: Provide a complete protein base for muscle maintenance and satiety.
  • Spinach, Capsicum, & Carrots:Offer essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
  • Coles Dietary Fibre: Specifically added to increase daily fiber intake and support digestive health.
  • Olive Oil: Contains heart-healthy fats used for greasing the muffin tray.
Ingredients:
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended for smoother texture if preferred)
  • 1/2 cup spinach (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 cup capsicum (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup carrot (grated)
  • 1/4 cup onion or spring onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup mushroom (finley chopped)
  • 2 tbsp grated cheese (for the topping, optional)
  • salt and black pepper as per taste
  • 1 tbsp Coles Dietary Fibre
  • garlic powder or 2 cloves minced garlic
  • olive oil (to grease the tray)
Method:
  1. Prep:
    • Pre-heat the oven to 180°C.
    • Lightly grease the muffin tray with olive oil 
  2. Prep the batter
    • In a bowl, whisk eggs and cottage cheese until smooth.
    • For a softer texture, blend for 10–15 seconds.
    • Add all chopped vegetables, fibre and seasonings. Mix well.
  3. Bake:
    • Pour mixture evenly into muffin cups, filling each about 3⁄4 full.
    • Sprinkle cheese on top if using.
    • Bake for 18–22 minutes or until firm and lightly golden.
    • Cool for 5 minutes, then remove from tray.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 165kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 3.5g2%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Protein 14g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: High protein, high fibre, heart and diabetic friendly
Read it online: https://dietyumm.com/recipe/veggie-loaded-egg-muffin/