If you’re in search of a healthy, freezer-friendly meal prep recipe that can be enjoyed for on-the-go breakfasts or afternoon snack, then this recipe is for you! Italian Inspired Egg Muffins freeze beautifully, but they also last in the fridge for 5 days. Serve them with toast and fresh avocado, or serve with a salad for a light lunch.
Serves: 6-12 (1-2 egg muffins per serving)
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
What (your ingredients):
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
½ freshly grated parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 eggs
¼ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
Pinch of salt and pepper
How (your directions):
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Line a 12-cup muffin pan with parchment paper muffin liners.
In each muffin cup, add a tablespoon of chopped fresh spinach and a few pieces of diced tomato.
Sprinkle each muffin cup with Italian seasoning.
Top each muffin cup with 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese.
In a large Pyrex measuring cup, whisk eggs, plant milk, salt and pepper.
Distribute egg mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
Bake for 25 minutes.
Enjoy hot, room temperature, or even cold!
Why (the science): Herbs are rich in antioxidants, so don’t skip the addition of Italian seasoning. It adds both flavor and nutrition!
