Healthy Breakfast Sandwich (A make-ahead recipe)
Kickstart your day with this nutritious Healthy Breakfast Sandwich, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. Packed with protein-rich eggs and vibrant vegetables, this make-ahead recipe is both satisfying and energizing. Ideal for meal prep enthusiasts, you can whip up a batch in just 35 minutes and store them in the fridge or freezer for a quick grab-and-go option. Vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable to fit gluten-free or dairy-free diets, this savory breakfast treat ensures you never sacrifice flavor for convenience. Enjoy a wholesome start to your day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 4 egg whites
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 6 English muffins (sourdough or whole wheat)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sliced cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, egg whites, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat; add cooking spray or olive oil. Saut diced onion until softened (about 3 minutes). Stir in spinach until wilted.
- Pour in the egg mixture; cook gently until fully set but moist.
- Toast English muffins until golden brown; layer with cheddar cheese, spoon on egg mixture, add sliced tomatoes, and top with another cheese slice before closing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 320mg