Southwest Eggs Benedict

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Southwest Eggs Benedict
25 min.
8
344kcal

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Start your day off right with this flavorful twist on a classic favorite – Southwest Eggs Benedict! This gluten-free recipe brings together the perfect blend of crispy corn tortillas, poached eggs, and a smoky Chipotle Hollandaise Sauce, topped with a zesty salsa that’ll leave you craving more. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a morning meal that stands out from the rest.

Each bite offers a delicious balance of textures, from the crispiness of the tortillas to the richness of the creamy hollandaise sauce. The Monterey Jack cheese with peppers adds just the right amount of spice, perfectly complementing the freshness of the salsa. Whether you're serving it for yourself or a group, this dish will impress everyone at the table. With just a few simple steps, you can create a dish that feels indulgent without being too heavy, offering 344 calories per serving.

Perfect for those looking to explore new flavors while keeping things gluten-free, this Southwest Eggs Benedict will soon become a favorite in your morning rotation. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs to add an extra burst of freshness, and serve it hot for a truly satisfying meal. Get ready to spice up your breakfast routine with this Southwest-inspired twist!

Ingredients

  • servings cilantro leaves fresh
  • 5-inch corn tortillas ()
  • large eggs 
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded with peppers
  • cup salsa 
  • servings knorr hollandaise sauce 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vinegar white

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Fry tortillas, in batches, in hot oil in a medium skillet 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until crisp. Top each tortilla evenly with shredded cheese. Keep warm.
  2. Add water to a depth of 3 inches to a large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and maintain a light simmer.
  3. Add vinegar. Break 4 eggs, and slip into water, 1 at a time, as close as possible to surface. Simmer 3 to 5 minutes or to desired degree of doneness.
  4. Remove with a slotted spoon. Trim edges, if desired. Repeat procedure with remaining 4 eggs.
  5. Top each warm tortilla with a poached egg, Chipotle Hollandaise Sauce, and 2 Tbsp. salsa.
  6. Garnish, if desired.
  7. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories344kcal
Protein13.81%
Fat71.71%
Carbs14.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.94
Glycemic Load
3.22
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.2221739603126%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:344.47kcal
17.22%
Fat:27.83g
42.82%
Saturated Fat:8.03g
50.21%
Carbohydrates:12.65g
4.22%
Net Carbohydrates:11.02g
4.01%
Sugar:1.64g
1.82%
Cholesterol:203.02mg
67.67%
Sodium:605.53mg
26.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.06g
24.13%
Selenium:18.71µg
26.72%
Phosphorus:224.21mg
22.42%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
17.95%
Calcium:156.29mg
15.63%
Vitamin K:14.71µg
14.01%
Vitamin A:542.08IU
10.84%
Vitamin E:1.56mg
10.43%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.48%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.38%
Zinc:1.35mg
9.01%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.8%
Iron:1.32mg
7.33%
Vitamin D:1.09µg
7.23%
Folate:28.24µg
7.06%
Magnesium:26.61mg
6.65%
Fiber:1.63g
6.51%
Potassium:195.55mg
5.59%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.33%
Copper:0.09mg
4.37%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.32%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.27%
Source:My Recipes