Low Carb Hearty Breakfast Casserole
Start your day with this irresistible Low Carb Hearty Breakfast Casserole, a protein-packed dish brimming with robust flavors and wholesome ingredients. This crowd-pleasing breakfast features fluffy eggs blended with rich heavy cream, smoky chopped bacon, vibrant bell peppers, fresh spinach, and a melty layer of sharp cheddar cheese. Enhanced with a touch of olive oil, green onions, and savory seasonings, this baked casserole is easy to prepare and perfect for feeding six hungry guests. Ready in under an hour, it’s a versatile make-ahead option for busy mornings or meal prep, ensuring you stay fueled while sticking to your low-carb goals. Whether served warm for brunch or as a quick weekday breakfast, this casserole delivers classic comfort while catering to your healthy lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces large eggs
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups spinach, fresh
- 4 pieces green onions, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until well combined.
Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and chopped bacon, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper with the egg mixture.
Add the cooked bell pepper and spinach to the bowl with the egg mixture, stirring gently to combine.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting into pieces. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty, low-carb breakfast casserole.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.5 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.3 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1860 mg | 620% | |
| Sodium | 5510 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 135.0 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.6 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 1380 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 3720 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
