Eggs Benedict Florentine

Vegetarian
Health score
13%
Eggs Benedict Florentine
45 min.
4
235kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your brunch game with a deliciously sophisticated dish that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate? Meet Eggs Benedict Florentine, a delightful vegetarian twist on the classic Eggs Benedict that is sure to impress both guests and family alike. Perfectly poached eggs sit atop a bed of sautéed spinach, all nestled on crispy toasted sourdough bread. It's a dish that combines textures and flavors harmoniously, making each bite a memorable experience.

This recipe not only promises a burst of freshness from the spinach but also showcases a rich and creamy hollandaise sauce, crafted without the fuss of complicated techniques. With just a few ingredients and a quick 45-minute preparation time, you’ll find that this dish satisfies both hunger and the desire for a bit of culinary adventure in your kitchen. The incorporation of nutmeg lends a subtle warmth while the bright lemon juice adds just the right zing to brighten the plate.

With each serving clocking in at around 235 calories, this Eggs Benedict Florentine is indulgent yet mindful—a perfect balance for those looking to enjoy a hearty breakfast or brunch without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with a beautiful plate that’s as delicious as it is elegant. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter melted
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons mayonnaise light
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce sourdough bread toasted
  • ounce pkt spinach 
  • teaspoons water 
  • teaspoon vinegar white

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • blender
  • ramekin
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; saut spinach for 3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Arrange toasted sourdough bread on 4 plates; divide spinach among toast slices and set aside. Bring a high-sided skillet filled with 2 inches of water to a simmer; add vinegar. Working one at a time, break each eggs into a ramekin and slide into simmering water. Gently poach 3 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon.
  2. Place 1 egg on top of each spinach toast (reserve last egg). In a blender, combine yolk from remaining poached egg (discard white) with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and water; blend until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter; blend to combine. Spoon hollandaise over eggs and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories235kcal
Protein20.39%
Fat49.5%
Carbs30.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
78.63
Glycemic Load
11.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
20.809130440588%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Kaempferol
2.26mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
1.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:235.42kcal
11.77%
Fat:12.99g
19.99%
Saturated Fat:4.46g
27.89%
Carbohydrates:17.78g
5.93%
Net Carbohydrates:16.33g
5.94%
Sugar:2.2g
2.44%
Cholesterol:241.71mg
80.57%
Sodium:542.33mg
23.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.05g
24.09%
Vitamin K:178.13µg
169.65%
Vitamin A:3755.93IU
75.12%
Selenium:27.97µg
39.96%
Folate:134.37µg
33.59%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
27.98%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.89%
Iron:3.2mg
17.77%
Phosphorus:174.01mg
17.4%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.09%
Vitamin C:11.41mg
13.83%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.64%
Magnesium:45.45mg
11.36%
Vitamin B5:1.09mg
10.92%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.41%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.37%
Potassium:326.45mg
9.33%
Calcium:87.28mg
8.73%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.7%
Vitamin B3:1.68mg
8.39%
Vitamin D:1.25µg
8.33%
Copper:0.14mg
6.97%
Fiber:1.46g
5.83%
Source:My Recipes