20 Ways To Prepare Eggs!
1. Classic Scrambled Eggs
Ingredients:
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- 2 tbsp organic grass-fed milk or cream (optional)
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp grass-fed butter
Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Heat the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Allow it to cook without stirring for about 30 seconds.
- Gently stir with a spatula, pushing the eggs from the edges toward the center.
- Cook until the eggs are softly set but still slightly runny (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
2. Egg and Spinach Breakfast Wrap
Ingredients:
- 2 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup fresh organic spinach
- 1 whole grain tortilla
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp organic olive oil
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté until wilted (about 1-2 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs, then pour into the skillet with spinach. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the eggs, stirring gently until cooked through (about 2-3 minutes).
- Place the egg mixture on the tortilla, top with avocado slices, and roll up.
- Cut in half and serve.
3. Egg Muffins with Veggies
Ingredients:
- 6 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Add chopped vegetables to the bowl and mix.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly into the muffin tin (about 3/4 full).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin.
4. Shakshuka
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp organic olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and paprika; cook for another minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Create small wells in the tomato mixture and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover and cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
5. Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 pasture-raised eggs, beaten
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions:
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add mixed vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Push the veggies to the side of the skillet; pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble until fully cooked.
- Combine the rice with vegetables and eggs, and stir in soy sauce and green onions.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring until heated through. Serve hot.
6. Baked Avocado Eggs
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. Scoop out some flesh to create a slightly larger well.
- Place avocado halves in a baking dish. Crack an egg into each half.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the egg is cooked to your liking.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
7. Egg and Quinoa Salad
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup organic quinoa, rinsed
- 1 cup water
- 2 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp organic olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil, add quinoa, reduce to a simmer, and cover for about 15 minutes.
- In a separate pot, boil eggs for 9-10 minutes, then transfer to ice water to cool.
- Once quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and let it cool.
- In a bowl, combine quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, feta, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Peel and chop the boiled eggs, then gently toss them into the salad before serving.
8. Zucchini and Egg Frittata
Ingredients:
- 6 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 large zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 tbsp organic olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and zucchini; sauté until soft (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs, salt, and pepper. Pour over the sautéed veggies.
- Sprinkle cheese on top if using.
- Cook on the stove for 2-3 minutes until the edges set. Then transfer to the oven and bake for 15 minutes until fully set.
- Allow to cool slightly, slice, and serve.
9. Egg Salad with Greek Yogurt
Ingredients:
- 4 hard-boiled pasture-raised eggs
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions:
- Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mustard, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Gently mix in the chopped eggs until well combined.
- Serve on lettuce leaves or whole-grain bread.
10. Cloud Eggs
Ingredients:
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded grass-fed cheese (optional)
- Fresh organic herbs for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Separate the egg whites from yolks, placing whites in a bowl and yolks in small cups.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in cheese if using.
- Spoon the egg whites onto the baking sheet to form nests, creating a well in the center.
- Bake for 3-4 minutes, then carefully add the yolk to the center of each nest.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3-4 minutes. Season and serve.
11. Vegetable Egg Drop Soup
Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional for thickening)
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions:
- In a pot, heat vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and gradually pour into the boiling soup while stirring.
- If using, mix cornstarch with a little broth and stir into the soup until thickened.
- Add soy sauce and top with sliced green onions before serving.
12. Egg and Sweet Potato Hash
Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet potato, diced
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp organic olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sweet potato and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add onion and bell pepper; cook until all vegetables are tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Create four wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover and cook until eggs are set, about 5-7 minutes. Season and serve.
13. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Omelet
Ingredients:
- 3 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup fresh organic spinach
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp organic olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add spinach; sauté until wilted.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook until slightly set (about 2-3 minutes).
- Sprinkle feta over one half, fold the omelet, and cook until fully set (about 1-2 minutes). Serve hot.
14. Egg and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 2 pasture-raised eggs
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ginger, minced
Instructions:
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add vegetables and ginger, sauté for about 4-5 minutes.
- Push the vegetables to one side; crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble.
- Once the eggs are fully cooked, combine with vegetables and stir in soy sauce. Serve warm.
15. Ratatouille with Poached Eggs
Ingredients:
- 1 eggplant, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper until soft (about 8 minutes).
- Add crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Make small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each.
- Cover and cook until eggs are poached to your liking (about 5-7 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
16. Eggplant and Egg Bake
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant, sliced
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush eggplant slices with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes until tender.
- In a baking dish, layer eggplant slices, marinara sauce, and crack eggs on top.
- Sprinkle cheese over the eggs and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until eggs are cooked. Serve warm.
17. Savory Oatmeal with Egg
Ingredients:
- 1 cup organic rolled oats
- 2 1/2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 2 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup sautéed vegetables (spinach, mushrooms)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a pot, bring water/broth to a boil. Stir in oats, reduce heat, and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate pot, boil eggs for 6-8 minutes, then transfer to ice water to cool.
- Once oatmeal is cooked, stir in sautéed vegetables, salt, and pepper.
- Peel eggs, slice in half, and serve on top of oatmeal.
18. Kale and Egg Breakfast Bowl
Ingredients:
- 2 cups chopped organic kale
- 2 pasture-raised eggs
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp organic olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add kale and sauté until wilted (about 3-4 minutes).
- In another skillet, cook eggs to your liking (scrambled, fried, poached).
- In a bowl, layer sautéed kale, egg, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
19. Spicy Egg and Bean Tacos
Ingredients:
- 4 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 corn tortillas
- Salsa for serving
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat black beans over medium heat. Stir in cumin and cayenne, and cook for 5 minutes.
- In a separate skillet, scramble the eggs to your desired consistency.
- Serve eggs in warmed corn tortillas topped with seasoned black beans and salsa.
20. Caprese Egg Bake
Ingredients:
- 6 pasture-raised eggs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper. Pour into the baking dish.
- Add cherry tomatoes and mozzarella on top of the egg mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the eggs are set.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
These recipes make use of the nutritious qualities of pasture-raised eggs while incorporating a variety of healthy ingredients for balanced meals. Enjoy cooking!