Are you tired of boring, bland breakfast options that leave you feeling sluggish? Get ready to revolutionize your morning routine with this incredible Heart Smart Breakfast with Spinach and Cranberries! This nutrient-packed dish isn't just a meal – it's a delicious journey to better health that combines vibrant flavors, essential nutrients, and a stunning presentation that will make your taste buds dance and your heart thank you.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing the fresh spinach thoroughly and patting dry with paper towels. Roughly chop the spinach leaves if they are large.
- Toast the chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil, just enough to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
- Crack the eggs into the skillet, being careful not to break the yolks. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Cook the eggs until the whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny, approximately 3-4 minutes. For fully cooked eggs, flip and cook an additional minute.
- While eggs are cooking, spread the fresh spinach leaves on serving plates as a base.
- Once eggs are cooked, carefully place them on top of the spinach leaves.
- Sprinkle the toasted chopped walnuts and dried cranberries over the eggs and spinach.
- Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the dish and add an extra pinch of salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately while eggs are warm and spinach is fresh.
Tips
- Freshness is Key: Always use fresh spinach and wash it thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Walnut Toasting Trick: When toasting walnuts, watch them carefully and stir constantly. They can burn quickly, and burnt nuts can ruin the entire dish's flavor.
- Egg Perfection: For the most visually appealing eggs, use a non-stick skillet and control your heat to achieve that perfect set white with a slightly runny yolk.
- Temperature Matters: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between warm eggs and fresh, crisp spinach.
- Customize Your Dish: Feel free to add a sprinkle of feta cheese or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor complexity.
- Meal Prep Hack: You can prepare the toasted walnuts and chopped spinach ahead of time to make morning cooking even faster.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 190mg
