🥑 Healthy Avocado & Spinach Egg Muffins
Start your morning with a burst of energy and nutrition! These Avocado & Spinach Egg Muffins are a low-carb, high-protein breakfast ideal for weight loss, keto, and calorie-counting diets. Packed with healthy fats from avocado, iron-rich spinach, and lean protein from eggs, they’ll keep you full and focused for hours. Plus, they’re easy to meal-prep and ready in just 25 minutes!
🥕 Ingredients (for 6 Muffins)
| Ingredient | Quantity | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Large Eggs | 6 | 420 kcal |
| Fresh Spinach (chopped) | 1 cup | 20 kcal |
| Ripe Avocado (diced) | 1 medium | 240 kcal |
| Olive Oil (for greasing) | 1 tsp | 40 kcal |
| Low-Fat Cheese (optional) | ¼ cup | 70 kcal |
| Black Pepper | to taste | 0 kcal |
| Sea Salt | to taste | 0 kcal |
Total Calories (per 2 muffins): ≈ 165 kcal
👩🍳 Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with salt and pepper until smooth.
- Add chopped spinach and diced avocado; mix gently.
- Pour mixture evenly into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Top with a sprinkle of cheese if desired.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and firm.
- Cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
🍽 Nutritional Facts (Per 2 Muffins)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Vitamin A | 20% DV |
| Vitamin C | 15% DV |
| Iron | 10% DV |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
✅ Key Benefits
- High in protein and fiber – promotes satiety.
- Rich in healthy fats – supports metabolism and focus.
- Low-carb and gluten-free – perfect for keto and weight-loss diets.
- Loaded with antioxidants from spinach and avocado.
