Tomato and Basil Egg Bites

Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD

| 1 min read

These egg muffins are a great addition to your breakfast routine – packed with healthy and affordable protein to help keep you full until lunch. The best part? They’re easy to make ahead for the whole family and can be consumed on the go or popped into a lunchbox. The tomatoes, basil and cheese combine to offer a burst of Italian flavors to make your morning more delicious.
Serving Amount
Ingredients

  • 6 eggs

  • 1⁄4 cup milk

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 small shallot, finely diced

  • 1⁄4 cup chopped basil

  • 1⁄4 cup sun-dried tomatoes

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1⁄4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)

Instructions
  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 

  • Step 2

    Grease a muffin tin with spray oil 

  • Step 3

    In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk with salt and pepper until smooth. 

  • Step 4

    Add all other ingredients and mix. 

  • Step 5

    Pour the mixture into muffin tin, filling each about 3/4 of the way as they will puff up. Bake for 20 minutes. Enjoy! 

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