Bariatric Breakfast: Spinach & Eggs – High-Protein & Low-Carb Recipe
This Bariatric Breakfast: Spinach & Eggs – High-Protein & Low-Carb is a quick, nourishing way to start your day. It pairs soft, protein-rich eggs with nutrient-dense spinach for a filling meal that’s gentle on the stomach and aligned with bariatric goals. Simple, flexible, and comforting — it’s breakfast made for real life.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 120 g fresh spinach ≈4 cups
- 1 tbsp olive oil 14 g
- 28 g shredded part-skim mozzarella 1 oz
- 1 small clove garlic minced
- 30 g diced tomato optional
- ¼ tsp salt black pepper, lemon wedge
Instructions
- Whisk 4 eggs in a bowl until uniform.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet; sauté 1 clove minced garlic 20–30 sec.
- Add 120 g spinach and a pinch of salt; wilt 1–2 minutes; drain excess liquid if needed.
- Pour beaten eggs into skillet, fold with spinach gently on low heat until soft curds form (about 2–3 min).
- Sprinkle 28 g shredded mozzarella, cover 30–60 sec to melt.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon and cracked pepper; divide into two bowls. Eat slowly.