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Zucchini Egg Nests


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  • Author: bright
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delightful, kid-friendly zucchini nests filled with eggs, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for greasing
  • Optional: red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out the excess moisture.
  3. Combine grated zucchini with Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into nests in a greased muffin tin.
  5. Crack one egg into each zucchini nest.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
  7. Sprinkle with additional parsley or red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

To prevent sogginess, make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 240mg