If we had to choose one versatile food to help us prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert, we would answer “eggs.” They’re inexpensive and work perfectly for any dish, plus they’re high in protein, fat, and essential vitamins and minerals. Here are six recipes to inspire you where you can use eggs.
Carbonara pasta with asparagus
Pasta carbonara is easy to make and is known for its delicious egg-based sauce. In this case, to bring a splash of color, replace the bacon with asparagus for a healthier recipe.
You will need the following ingredients: egg yolks, Gouda cheese, kosher salt, whole wheat spaghetti, olive oil, fresh asparagus, cloves of garlic, lemon juice, and red bell pepper.
Calories: 488
Toast with eggs in the oven
This dish is a mixture of crunchy, soft and creamy textures and is ideal for breakfast. You will need the following ingredients: olive oil, shiitake mushrooms, lemon juice, kosher salt, garlic, eggs, black pepper and whole grain bread.
Calories: 262
A bowl of cereal, vegetables and a fried egg
This bowl of whole grains is rich in fresh and vibrant vegetables, along with a fried egg whose yolk makes a great dip. You will need the following ingredients: lime juice, tahini, soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, olive oil, eggs, cucumber, carrots, edamame, kosher salt.
Calories: 494
Scallion and green onion Fritatta
The scallions and scallions give it a rustic flavor, making it the ideal breakfast or, why not, lunch for you and the family. You will need the following ingredients: scallions, olive oil, scallions, eggs, milk, fresh herb mix, kosher salt, black pepper, herb cheese, and garlic.
Calories: 263
Pancakes with zucchini and poached eggs
These Zucchini pancakes use Za’atar, a Middle Eastern spice blended with oregano and more. You will need the following ingredients: zucchini noodles, kosher salt, panko, fresh herb mix, green onions, lemon juice, Za’atar, black pepper, egg and olive oil.
Calories: 283
Apricot and pistachio souffle
Souffle is much easier to prepare than you might expect. Apricots, honey and pistachios help produce a soft and creamy dish. So you will need the following ingredients: unsalted butter, granulated sugar, apricot jam, pistachios, honey, cardamom, kosher salt, egg yolks, egg whites and cream of tartar.
Calories: 240