Description
This Creamy Spinach and Eggs recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines sautéed spinach and green onions with creamy Greek yogurt and gently cooked eggs. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it offers a nutritious and satisfying meal with a smooth texture and vibrant taste, complemented by the optional crusty bread for serving.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 3-4 green onions, thinly sliced (both white and green parts)
- 5 oz. baby spinach (about 4 cups)
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more if needed)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (plus more if needed)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (preferably Fage 5%)
- 4 eggs
- Crusty bread (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté onions: Warm 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced green onions and cook until they are softened but not browned, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add spinach and season: Add 5 ounces of baby spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, approximately 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Incorporate Greek yogurt: Stir in ½ cup of Greek yogurt into the spinach mixture until well combined, creating a creamy texture.
- Create egg wells: Using the back of a spoon or spatula, make 4 indentations in the spinach mixture. Crack one egg into each indentation carefully.
- Cook the eggs: Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness, usually about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the creamy spinach and eggs immediately, optionally with toasted crusty bread. Add additional salt and pepper to taste and drizzle a little olive oil and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the spinach with other greens like mature spinach, baby kale, or arugula, bearing in mind varying cooking times and flavor profiles.
- For added flavor, sprinkle crumbled feta or grated parmesan/Romano cheese either into the spinach mixture before cooking or on top when serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
