Bariatric-Friendly Egg Muffins

Name: Egg Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese; 1/2 cup spinach, chopped; 1/4 cup bell peppers, finely chopped; 1/4 cup mushrooms, finely chopped; Salt and pepper to taste

Egg Muffins

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Cuisine

American

Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Calories

115

These Bariatric and Diabetic-Friendly Egg Muffins are a delightful and protein-packed snack designed with the needs of those who are on a high protein and low calorie diet in mind. This recipe combines the nutritional benefits of eggs, vegetables, and cottage cheese to create a satisfying and nourishing snack. Wholesome ingredients like spinach, bell peppers, and mushrooms are carefully blended with eggs and cottage cheese, providing essential vitamins and minerals in each bite.

Ingredients

4 large eggs
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup spinach, chopped
1/4 cup bell peppers, finely chopped
1/4 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Chop the spinach, bell peppers, and mushrooms into small, bite-sized pieces
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten. Add salt and pepper to taste
Add the chopped vegetables and cottage cheese to the eggs and mix well
Lightly coat a muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking
Evenly distribute the egg and vegetable mixture into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds of the way
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the egg muffins are set and slightly golden on top
Allow the egg muffins to cool slightly before removing them from the muffin tin. Once cooled, gently remove them and serve

Recipe Note

Tailor the vegetable mix to your liking. Consider using zucchini, tomatoes, onions, or any other favorite vegetables
Add herbs or spices like garlic powder, onion powder, or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra flavor
If you want to increase the protein content, add lean protein sources like cooked turkey bacon, diced chicken breast, or turkey sausage to the mixture
Consider sautéing the vegetables briefly before incorporating them into the egg mixture. This can enhance the flavors and soften the veggies slightly
Silicone muffin cups make for easy removal and cleaning. If you don't have these, ensure you grease the muffin tin adequately