Mediterranean Diet Hearty Breakfast Casserole
Start your day with this vibrant and nourishing Mediterranean Diet Hearty Breakfast Casserole, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Packed with nutrient-rich baby spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and tangy crumbled feta cheese, this recipe embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Seasoned with aromatic oregano and complemented by sliced black olives, each bite is a burst of freshness and savory delight. This protein-packed casserole features eight eggs, ensuring a satisfying and energizing meal, while the easy-to-follow steps make it a breeze to prepare. Oven-baked to golden perfection, it’s a delightful make-ahead breakfast option for busy mornings, meal prepping, or even brunch gatherings. If you're looking for a healthy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing dish, this Mediterranean-inspired breakfast casserole ticks all the boxes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 large eggs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the baby spinach and cherry tomatoes, sautéing until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Add the cooked vegetables to the egg mixture, stirring well to combine.
Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and sliced black olives.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing into servings. Enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Hearty Breakfast Casserole warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1599 mg | 533% | |
| Sodium | 3588 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 74.7 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 1085 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*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.
