Mediterranean Breakfast Casserole

February 19, 2024

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this enticing dish—Mediterranean Breakfast Casserole. Combine 1 pound of turkey ground breakfast sausage with the freshness of 1 package of grape tomatoes, sliced in half, and 1 cup of chopped spinach or kale.

Enhance the savory profile with 1 teaspoon of basil, opting for fresh leaves for an aromatic touch. Season the ensemble with 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors.

For a delightful Mediterranean twist, sprinkle 1/3 cup of crumbled feta cheese, infusing the casserole with its rich and tangy essence. The crowning glory is achieved by whisking together 1 carton of egg whites (16 oz) and 6 whole eggs.

Bake to perfection, and relish the Mediterranean Breakfast Casserole—a savory and nutritious journey through the flavors of the Mediterranean to kickstart your day.

INGREDIENTS

1 lb turkey ground breakfast sausage
1 - 16 oz carton egg whites
6 whole eggs
1 package grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1 c spinach or kale, chopped
1 tsp basil, used fresh this time
1 tsp each salt & pepper
1/3 c crumbled feta cheese

STEPS

In a heated skillet over medium heat brown sausage and crumble. Add veggies and cook 5 minutes to soften.
While cooking add eggs and whites to a bowl. Add seasonings to eggs and whisk. Add meat and veggie mixture to a glass 9x13 dish.
Pour egg mixture over meat and top with cheese.
Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until set.
Switch the oven to broil on high for 1 minute or so to brown the top if desired. Watch it because it burns quickly. You can also make ahead of time and bake before enjoying. I cut into 6 servings. Macros below and flavor swaps don’t affect much of a change in macros.

FLAVOR SWAPS (still using the same eggs, whites, and sausage as above)

Classic Veggie

1 onion, chopped

1/2 package mushrooms, chopped

1/2 package grape tomatoes, cut in half

1/2 bag broccoli, chopped

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp each salt & pepper

1/3 c aged cheddar, shredded

Fall

1 apple, chopped

1 onion, chopped

1 tsp thyme

1 tsp sage

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp nutmeg

1 tsp each salt & pepper

1/3 c goat cheese

Mexican

1/2 can rotel, drained

1 T taco seasoning

1 tsp each salt & pepper

1/3 c cojita or cheddar cheese

Top with salsa

Southern

1 lb country uncured ham, diced (instead of sausage)

1 small can green chilies, chopped

1 onion, chopped

1 T dijon mustard

1 tsp pepper

1/3 c cheddar, shredded