Description
This Vegetable Breakfast Casserole is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Packed with colorful veggies and cheesy goodness, it’s perfect for a family breakfast or brunch gathering.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Veggies and Cheese:
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9 or similar-sized baking dish.
- Prepare egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Stir in the spinach, bell pepper, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the egg and veggie mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and golden.
- Rest and serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be prepped the night before and baked in the morning.
- Add cooked breakfast sausage or bacon for extra flavor.
- Freeze individual portions for convenient meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg