Description
Mediterranean egg bites deliver a compact protein punch with Mediterranean herbs and feta cheese. Mediterranean cuisine shines through these delightful breakfast morsels packed with flavor and nutrition for quick morning meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Mediterranean Additions:
- 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup diced roasted red pepper
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Seasoning and Preparation:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare a precise mixture by blending eggs, cottage cheese, parsley, and salt using an immersion blender until achieving a smooth, frothy consistency.
- Thoroughly coat two silicone muffin tins with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully distribute the egg mixture evenly across 12 muffin cups, filling each approximately 3/4 full.
- Strategically scatter Kalamata olives, roasted red pepper, feta cheese, and capers over the liquid egg base.
- Position the muffin tins in a preheated oven at 300F (150C) for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until egg centers appear fully set and slightly puffy.
- Allow egg bites to rest for 5 minutes after removing from oven, enabling them to stabilize and cool slightly.
- Gently extract the egg bites from the silicone molds, using a soft spatula or carefully inverting the tray if needed.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting the Mediterranean-inspired bites as a delightful appetizer or light breakfast option.
Notes
- Silicone muffin tins work best for easy removal and prevent sticking without extra greasing.
- Pulse the egg mixture instead of blending continuously to achieve a lighter, fluffier texture.
- Drain roasted red peppers and olives thoroughly to prevent excess moisture in the egg bites.
- For a low-carb option, swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt or use dairy-free alternatives like tofu for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg