Description
Start your day with this delicious and nutritious Healthy Breakfast Sandwich. Packed with protein and fresh ingredients, it’s a satisfying breakfast option that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 whole grain English muffins, split and toasted
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 slices low-fat cheese (such as sharp cheddar or provolone)
- 1/2 cup baby spinach or arugula
- 2 tomato slices
- Optional: hot sauce or hummus for spreading
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat or coat with cooking spray. Whisk the eggs, egg whites, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Cook the mixture in the skillet until just set, about 2–3 minutes.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Layer each toasted English muffin bottom with half of the cooked eggs, a slice of cheese, avocado slices, spinach or arugula, and tomato. Add hot sauce or hummus if desired. Top with the remaining muffin halves.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or wrap in foil for a portable meal.
Notes
- Prep ahead by preparing eggs and toppings the night before.
- Try turkey bacon or smoked salmon for added protein.
- Freeze wrapped sandwiches for up to 1 month; reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
