Emerald Eggs
Emerald Eggs are a visually stunning and delicious dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into a gourmet delight. Creamy scrambled eggs are enveloped in a vibrant green spinach sauce, creating an irresistible flavor experience perfect for brunch or special occasions. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that guarantees restaurant-quality results every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping garlic and washing spinach.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté spinach until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- In a blender, combine wilted spinach, garlic, cream cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
- In another pan over medium-low heat, scramble the eggs with salt and pepper until fluffy (4-5 minutes).
- Pour the green sauce over the scrambled eggs and gently fold them together; cook for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute kale or arugula for spinach for added variety. For extra flavor, add onion or smoked paprika when sautéing greens. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.