Fluffy High-Protein Mediterranean Egg Bites Recipe With Spinach & Feta (8 Ingredients, 30 Minutes) High Protein Recipes Mediterranean Diet Recipes Breakfast Brunch Snacks Gluten-free Budget Recipes Low Sugar Recipes

If you've ever tasted Starbucks' egg bites, then you know how amazing they are. Starbucks egg bites are not only flavorful but also filled with protein, thanks to one of my favorite stealth ingredients: cottage cheese (check out the health benefits of cottage cheese). When on the go, these tasty egg muffins are a convenient and delicious grab-and-go-source of energy (check out the health benefits of protein).

But I also love making my own egg bites at home so I can tailor them to my family's tastes. My latest is this light and fluffy high-protein Mediterranean egg bites recipe with spinach and feta. It's so good! Plus, check out the health benefits of spinach and see why feta is one of the healthier cheeses. The easy high-protein recipe is flexible, so you can add more of your favorite vegetables, if desired. In addition to spinach, I included some optional broccoli, red pepper and corn, which offer additional vegetable health benefits.

To make these gluten-free egg muffins, here are the eight simple ingredients you need to gather: extra virgin olive oil, fresh spinach, eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, cottage cheese and feta cheese. The additional vegetables and shredded cheddar, mozzarella or Parmesan cheese topping are optional. You sauté the spinach before evenly distributing it in the bottom of a muffin tin. Then you add the egg mixture, top with a sprinkle of shredded cheese if you like (optional), and bake up the egg muffins until cooked through and golden brown. So simple and satisfying.

Serve these irresistible egg bites for breakfast or as part of an elegant brunch alongside some fresh salad or fresh-cut fruit, toast or your other favorite side dishes. I also served them as egg sandwiches for a heartier meal. They make an energizing addition to a healthier Mediterranean diet!

Cuisine: Mediterranean / American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 25 minutes (ovens vary)
Total Time 30 to 35 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
• 8 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk or almond milk
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 1/2 cups vegetables of choice (optional, but I used broccoli, red pepper and a handful of corn)
• salt and pepper, to taste (optional, but I used about 1/4 teaspoon of each)
• 1/2 cup cheddar, mozzarella or Parmesan cheese, shredded (optional topping)

Here's how to make it:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and any additional optional vegetables you'd like to add to your egg bites. Sauté until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add the spinach and sauté until spinach is wilted, about 1 additional minute.
2. Evenly distribute the spinach-vegetable mixture into a muffin pan that's been sprayed with cooking spray.
3. In a large mixing bowl, add the eggs, milk, garlic powder and onion powder. Add salt and black pepper, to taste, if desired. Whisk to combine.
4. Add the cottage cheese and the feta cheese. Stir to combine.
5. Evenly distribute the egg mixture on top of the spinach in the muffin tin, being careful not to over-fill each muffin (I filled each one a bit more than three-quarters full).
6. Top with the shredded cheese of your choice, if using.
7. Bake in a preheated 350-degree F oven until cooked through and golden brown, about 19 to 24 minutes. Allow to cool for a bit before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

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