Veggie Egg Muffins Protein (Printable)

Savory egg bites with spinach, bell pepper, and cheese. Great protein-packed breakfast or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup chopped baby spinach
02 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
03 - 1/2 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
04 - 1/4 cup finely diced red onion

→ Eggs & Dairy

05 - 8 large eggs
06 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
07 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
08 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Herbs & Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with silicone muffin cups.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add chopped spinach, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and half of the shredded cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine.
04 - Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of each muffin, if using.
06 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
07 - Allow muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm or cool completely and store for meal prep.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can grab two with your coffee and actually feel full until lunch
  • They reheat so well that nobody will guess you made them days ago
02 -
  • Overfilling the cups makes them stick to the top of the pan and creates a mess
  • Letting them cool completely before storing prevents soggy muffins later
03 -
  • Use a spring-release ice cream scoop to fill the cups evenly and quickly
  • Rotate the pan halfway through baking if your oven has hot spots
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