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Green Eggs and Ham Bagels

Green Eggs and Ham Bagels

PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOK TIME
SERVES
4

Ingredients

This all-in-one meal is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner whether you are on the go or packing up for a picnic or gathering with friends! This egg and ham dish uses spinach and fresh herbs to bump up the fresh flavour of this quick to make easy dish. Wrap these up and tuck them in the fridge to enjoy anytime.

  • 6 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup (75 mL) 2% milk
  • ½ tsp (2 mL) each garlic powder and pepper
  • ¼ tsp (1 mL) salt
  • 3 cups (750 mL) chopped baby spinach, lightly packed
  • ¾ cup (175 mL) shredded gouda or mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh basil, dill or parsley
  • 4 thin slices black forest ham
  • 4 bagels, toasted if desired (your favourite variety such as whole grain or white)
  • ¼ cup (60 mL) herbed cream cheese

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Lightly spray an 8-inch (20 cm) baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, pepper and salt until combined. Stir in spinach, cheese and basil. Pour into prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes or until eggs are set, edges are golden and knife comes out clean when inserted in centre. Remove from oven and let stand for 3 minutes before cutting into 4.

Open bagels and spread cut sides with cream cheese. Place 1 piece of green eggs on bottom bagel and top with ham. Close up bagel and enjoy!

RECIPE TIP

Substitute English muffins or hamburger buns for the bagels.

Nutritional Information

Per Serving (¼ recipe or 1 bagel sandwich)
  • Calories
    550
  • Fat
    20g
  • Saturated
    10g
  • Cholesterol
    340mg
  • Sodium
    1140mg
  • Fibre
    3g
  • Potassium
    400mg
  • Carbohydrate
    62g
  • Sugars
    9g
  • Iron
    48%DV
  • Vitamin A
    33%DV
  • Vitamin B12
    0%DV
  • Vitamin C
    9%DV
  • Vitamin D
    ≥1.5 µg
  • Vitamin K
    ≥159 µg
  • Calcium
    350mg
  • Protein
    31g
  • Zinc
    0%DV
  • Magnesium
    61mg

Osteoporosis Canada’s position on nutrition for healthy bones focuses on calcium, vitamin D, protein, magnesium and vitamin K while stressing a well-balanced diet which includes fiber and whole grains, vitamins and minerals and protein.

Emily Richards, PHEc
Recipe by
Emily Richards, PHEc

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