Make Ahead Turkey and Veggie Egg Bake: A High Protein Breakfast from the Purifi Kitchen

Busy mornings call for a breakfast that's already made. This egg bake is the kind you make once and lean on all week. It's built on whole foods: lean turkey, eggs, cottage cheese and a good amount of vegetables, with about 38 grams of protein per square. Slice it cold, warm it for a minute, and you're out the door.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 3 cups baby spinach

• 12 large eggs

• 1 cup liquid egg whites

• 1 cup low fat cottage cheese

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar

• Olive oil or cooking spray for the pan

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.

2. Brown the turkey in a large skillet over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the onion and red pepper and cook 4 to 5 minutes more, until soft.

3. Stir in the spinach and cook about 1 minute, just until wilted. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish.

4. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper until well combined.

5. Pour the egg mixture over the turkey and vegetables. Scatter the cherry tomatoes and cheddar on top.

6. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, until the center is set and no longer jiggles and the top is lightly golden.

7. Let it rest 10 minutes, then cut into 6 squares. Store in the fridge up to 4 days and reheat about 1 minute in the microwave.

Nutrition at a Glance

Approximate values per serving. Makes 6 servings.

• Protein: about 38 g

• Calories: about 370

• Vegetables: onion, red pepper, spinach and tomatoes in every square

Why We Love It

It turns one hour on a Friday into six ready breakfasts, and it holds up whether you eat it before an early workout, after a morning walk or at your desk. The protein comes from simple whole foods, and the vegetables are baked right in. Find more recipes and nutrition ideas on our weight loss and nutrition page.

Nutrition values are approximate. This recipe is for general information and is not medical advice. If you are on a GLP-1 medication or have dietary restrictions, talk with your provider about what is right for you.

Written and reviewed by Johnathon Nolen, and Dr. Jeremy Nelson.