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Easy Broccoli + Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins (Low Carb)

High protein, low carb broccoli egg muffins with cottage cheese, perfect for meal prep breakfasts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 137

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 scallions chopped
  • 1 medium head broccoli cut into small florets (no stems)
  • 8 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 4 slices turkey halal turkey strips diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or similar
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper divided
  • Olive oil spray or butter for greasing pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously grease a 12 cup muffin pan with olive oil spray or butter, coating the bottoms and sides of each cup.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped scallions and cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.
  3. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until bright green and just tender. Season with half of the salt and half of the pepper. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until evenly blended and slightly frothy.
  5. Add the cottage cheese, milk, diced turkey halal turkey strips, shredded cheese, grated parmesan, and the remaining salt and pepper to the eggs. Stir until well combined.
  6. Fold the warm broccoli and scallion mixture into the egg mixture, using a spatula to distribute the vegetables evenly.
  7. Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any large air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, until the muffins are puffed, lightly golden around the edges, and set in the centers.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then run a small knife around the edges to loosen and lift them out. Serve warm or let cool completely for storage.

Notes

- Store cooled egg muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds or in a 325°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes until warmed through.
- For a meat free option, omit the turkey halal turkey strips and add a small handful of extra broccoli or cheese.
- Chop the broccoli florets into small, even pieces so they cook quickly and sit neatly in the muffin cups.