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Breakfast Taco Cottage Cheese Egg Cups


  • Author: ranimellcgmail-com
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and versatile breakfast taco cups filled with creamy cottage cheese, fluffy eggs, and vibrant veggies, all baked in crispy taco shells.


Ingredients

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  • 6 eggs
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup diced veggies (zucchini or bell peppers)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup chopped kale, spinach, or green of choice
  • 9 corn taco shells

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the eggs, cottage cheese, diced veggies, garlic, cheddar cheese, cilantro, salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, and chopped greens until just combined.
  3. Warm the corn taco shells in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
  4. Place the taco shells in an oiled muffin tin and press down gently.
  5. Fill each shell with 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the egg mixture.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the shells are crisp and the eggs are set.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving with optional toppings.

Notes

These cups can be made ahead of time and are great for meal prep. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 175
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: breakfast, taco cups, cottage cheese, eggs, healthy breakfast

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