Eggs Florentine

Eggs Florentine is a delightful, high-protein brunch dish featuring poached eggs nestled on a bed of sautéed spinach and topped with creamy Greek yogurt. This nutritious meal not only satisfies your taste buds but also fuels your body with essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Eggs - 4 large
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Whole grain bread - 2 slices

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
3. While the spinach is cooking, bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Add a splash of vinegar to help the eggs poach.
4. Crack the eggs into the simmering water, poaching them for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
5. Toast the whole grain bread slices until golden brown.
6. To assemble, place a generous portion of sautéed spinach on each slice of toast, followed by two poached eggs on top.
7. Drizzle with lemon juice and top with crumbled feta cheese and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from spinach, promoting overall health.

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