Description
Sauteed greens with fried eggs deliver a delightful Mediterranean-inspired breakfast packed with nutrients and flavor. Crisp leafy vegetables and golden-yolked eggs create a simple yet satisfying meal you’ll crave morning after morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups mixed greens (kale, spinach, chard, or collard greens), chopped
- 2 eggs
Cooking Fats:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (7 g) grated Parmesan
- 1 slice toasted sourdough
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and roughly chop the greens to remove any dirt or tough stems, ensuring uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the surface shimmers with a light ripple.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the hot oil, stirring quickly to release their aromatic flavors without burning.
- Introduce chopped greens to the skillet, tossing them continuously to coat with the infused oil and prevent sticking.
- Sauté the greens for 3-4 minutes until they begin to wilt and darken, reducing in volume and becoming tender.
- Season the wilted greens with salt and black pepper, stirring to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Push the sautéed greens to one side of the skillet, creating space for eggs.
- Crack eggs directly into the cleared skillet area, allowing them to cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes.
- Cook eggs until whites are set and edges are crispy, with yolks remaining soft and slightly runny.
- Transfer the sautéed greens to serving plates, carefully topping each portion with a perfectly fried egg.
- Optional: Sprinkle with additional red pepper flakes or a dash of fresh lemon juice for extra brightness.
Notes
- Choose sturdy, dark leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard for maximum nutrition and robust flavor that holds up well during cooking.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for even heat distribution and creating a crispy egg edge with beautifully golden-brown whites.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends like smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, or za’atar to elevate the basic recipe and add global flair.
- Consider adding protein-rich toppings such as crumbled feta, toasted pine nuts, or crispy bacon bits for extra texture and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 388 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg