Heart-Healthy Simple Fried Egg Whites
Elevate your breakfast game with this quick and nourishing recipe for Heart-Healthy Simple Fried Egg Whites. Packed with protein and low in cholesterol, this dish swaps traditional fried eggs for a light and wholesome alternative. The fluffy egg whites are cooked to perfection in a non-stick pan with just a spritz of heart-friendly olive oil, then filled with vibrant baby spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes for a boost of vitamins and antioxidants. Seasoned with a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, and finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, this breakfast is as flavorful as it is nutritious. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect guilt-free start to your day, offering a low-calorie, high-nutrition option to enjoy on busy mornings or as a post-workout meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 large eggs egg whites
- 1 spritz olive oil spray
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
- 4 pieces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup baby spinach
Directions
Step 1
Separate the yolks from the egg whites of four large eggs, discarding the yolks or saving them for another recipe.
Step 2
Lightly spray a non-stick frying pan with olive oil spray and place it over medium heat.
Step 3
Once the pan is hot, pour the egg whites into the pan, spreading them evenly to form a thin layer.
Step 4
Season the egg whites with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Allow the egg whites to cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until they start to set on the bottom.
Step 6
Add the baby spinach and cherry tomato halves to one side of the egg whites.
Step 7
Carefully fold the other side of the egg whites over the spinach and tomatoes using a spatula.
Step 8
Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the egg whites are fully cooked through and the spinach is slightly wilted.
Step 9
Transfer the fried egg whites to a plate and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Step 10
Serve immediately for a delicious and heart-healthy breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (198.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 85.7 |
| Total Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 385.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.8g | |
| Protein 15.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 324.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories