High Protein Baked Scrambled Eggs

Start your day with a protein-packed punch by trying this High Protein Baked Scrambled Eggs recipe—an easy, wholesome, and flavor-packed twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Loaded with nutrient-rich ingredients like low-fat cottage cheese, fresh baby spinach, and sweet cherry tomatoes, this oven-baked dish combines the creaminess of feta cheese with the vibrant flavors of sautéed onions and bell peppers. Perfect for busy mornings or meal prep, this dish delivers 8 eggs and extra egg whites for a powerful protein boost, all baked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Serve it solo, with toast, or alongside a crunchy salad for a nutritious breakfast or brunch idea that’s as delicious as it is satisfying. Whether you're fueling up after a workout or planning a low-carb breakfast, this high-protein recipe is your golden ticket to a hearty and healthy start.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium onion
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 0.5 cup low-fat feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a bit of olive oil.

Step 2

Dice the onion and bell pepper. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 3

In a medium skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add baby spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg whites until well combined.

Step 6

Stir in the low-fat cottage cheese, sautéed vegetables, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, salt, and black pepper into the egg mixture.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing into squares.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy a high-protein breakfast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1299.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1341.3

Total Fat 77.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 1579.2mg	0%
Sodium 4113.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 25.0g
Protein 117.5g	0%

Vitamin D 320IU	0%
Calcium 1171.1mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1834.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 13.9%