Broccoli Egg Cups

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Broccoli Egg Cups
60 min.
6
263kcal

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious vegetarian option that's perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than these Broccoli Egg Cups! Not only are they a delightful blend of flavors, but they're also gluten-free and can be prepared in just 60 minutes. Each serving contains only 263 calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence.

These Broccoli Egg Cups make a fantastic main course or main dish, packed with the goodness of broccoli, eggs, and a hint of spice from cayenne pepper. The recipe calls for fresh basil and parsley, adding a burst of aroma and freshness to every bite. To complement the dish's rich flavors, a generous sprinkle of shredded Swiss cheese is folded into the mixture, creating a mouth-watering texture.

Preparing Broccoli Egg Cups is a breeze with the simple equipment you likely already have in your kitchen: a bowl, a saucepan, an oven, a whisk, and ramekins. The process begins with blanching the broccoli, followed by whisking together the eggs, cream, cheese, and herbs, then baking to perfection. In just 30 to 35 minutes, you'll have a delectable, protein-packed meal that's sure to satisfy.

Whether you're a vegetarian, gluten-free, or simply looking to try something new and delicious, Broccoli Egg Cups are a versatile and crowd-pleasing option. Give them a try for your next lunch or dinner and enjoy a hearty, homemade meal that's as good for you as it is tasty!

Ingredients

  • bunch broccoli cut into florets
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 10  eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil fresh minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil fresh minced
  • tablespoon parsley fresh minced
  • cups half and half 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup swiss cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. Grease six 8-oz. ramekins; set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil.
  3. Add broccoli; cover and boil for 3 minutes.
  4. Drain and immediately place broccoli in ice water.
  5. Drain and pat dry.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk 4 eggs, cream, cheese, parsley, salt, basil and cayenne; pour into prepared dishes. Break an egg into each dish; arrange broccoli around each egg.
  7. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories263kcal
Protein23.57%
Fat60.29%
Carbs16.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.83
Glycemic Load
1.34
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.917391300201%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.44mg
Luteolin
0.82mg
Kaempferol
7.95mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
3.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:263.05kcal
13.15%
Fat:18.03g
27.74%
Saturated Fat:8.9g
55.64%
Carbohydrates:10.86g
3.62%
Net Carbohydrates:8.19g
2.98%
Sugar:5.34g
5.93%
Cholesterol:305.22mg
101.74%
Sodium:389.28mg
16.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.86g
31.73%
Vitamin C:92.04mg
111.56%
Vitamin K:115.73µg
110.22%
Selenium:28.99µg
41.41%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.76%
Phosphorus:315.06mg
31.51%
Vitamin A:1424.59IU
28.49%
Folate:102.2µg
25.55%
Calcium:216.19mg
21.62%
Vitamin B5:1.96mg
19.6%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.36%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.7%
Potassium:535.71mg
15.31%
Zinc:1.88mg
12.54%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.04%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.85%
Iron:2.12mg
11.76%
Fiber:2.67g
10.67%
Magnesium:40.04mg
10.01%
Vitamin D:1.47µg
9.78%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.45%
Copper:0.11mg
5.66%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.03%