Herb-Roasted Egg Muffins with Spinach

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Savory egg muffins packed with spinach and fresh herbs, perfect for meal prep. This american-inspired keto (high protein) ready in about 35 minutes pairs large eggs, fresh, chopped spinach, finely chopped chives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk eggs, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir in spinach, chives, and dill until combined.
  2. Step 2: Pour mixture into a greased 6-cup muffin tin (about 1/3 full per cup). Bake for 20-25 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
  3. Step 3: Let cool in pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Roasted Egg Muffins with Spinach take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Herb-Roasted Egg Muffins with Spinach?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large eggs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Egg Muffins with Spinach?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Herb-Roasted Egg Muffins with Spinach for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Herb-Roasted Egg Muffins with Spinach high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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