Turn this everyday protein staple into a dish you’ll crave with these healthy egg recipes.
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Eggs are a staple in most diets—whether you’re intentionally eating healthy or not. When you’re looking for a key source of quality protein, minerals, and vitamins, eggs should be your go-to source. But eating the hard-boiled variety day in and day out can get old, fast. Make the most of this protein-rich food with these three recipes!
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| Fried Egg With Sweet Potato Hash |
This recipe is three things: easy, simple, and nutritious. The combination of sweet potato, sautéed bacon, and onions makes a great throne upon which to display your egg. Dig into this muscle-building meal fit for a champ!
Ingredients
Sweet potato 1
Onion 1
Red pepper 1
Bacon strips 2
Egg 1
Grapeseed oil 2 tbsp
Lime juice 1/4 lime
Scallions to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley to taste
Directions
1. Peel and dice sweet potato. We used a local white sweet potato.
2. Coat pan with grapeseed oil.
3. Sauté onions and bacon pieces. Allow to caramelize. Don’t shake the pan because you’ll break the sear that’s giving it that golden brown color.
4. Add red peppers and sweet potatoes.
5. Dice and add fresh parsley.
6. Add lime juice.
7. As the hash cooks, add oil to another pan and allow pan to warm.
8. Crack and fry egg.
9. Top hash with scallions and salt and pepper to taste. Plate and top with fried egg.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 dish
Recipe yields: 1 serving
Calories: 601
Fat: 40 g
Carbs: 89 g
Protein: 16 g
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| Ham and Veggie Scramble |
Simplicity gets a protein punch with this dish. The saltiness of the ham, meatiness of the egg, and creaminess of the avocado all play into the beauty of this one-pan dish.
Ingredients
Canadian bacon 2 oz.
Eggs 4
Tomato 1/2
Avocado 1/2
Grapeseed oil 1 tsp
Directions
1. Add oil to the pan. Saute onions, tomato, and Canadian bacon.
2. Whisk together four eggs and season with salt and pepper. Add a little milk or heavy cream. Mix.
3. Cut an avocado into quarters and create an avocado fan. Set aside.
4. Add eggs and scramble. If it overcooks, add in another egg.
5. Plate eggs and top with fresh avocado.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 dish
Recipe yields: 1 serving
Calories: 613
Fat: 44 g
Carbs: 16 g
Protein: 39 g
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| Simple Deviled Eggs |
If you’re looking for a healthy hors d’oeuvre to spice up your next gathering, look no further than these deviled eggs. The best part? You can prep them the day before so you can spend the day focusing on your guests instead of working in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Eggs 3
Mayo 2 tbsp
Dijon mustard 2 tbsp
Rice wine vinegar 1 tsp
Paprika 1 tsp
Cumin 1 tsp
Parsley for garnish
Directions
1. Boil eggs and cut them in half. Separate the whites from the yolks.
2. Using a cheese grater, grate the yolks.
3. Add mayo, mustard, paprika, cumin, and rice wine vinegar to a bowl. Mix. Add to grated egg yolks.
4. Spoon filling into the egg whites.
5. Top with parsley and paprika.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 egg
Recipe yields: 3 servings
Calories: 151
Fat: 12 g
Carbs: 2 g
Protein: 6 g
