Description
A vibrant and healthy Ham and Green Eggs recipe that incorporates fresh baby spinach blended into eggs for a colorful, nutrient-packed breakfast or brunch option without any artificial dyes. The eggs are gently cooked with butter and served alongside browned Black Forest ham slices for a savory and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups baby spinach (lightly packed)
- Salt and pepper (plenty, to taste)
- Butter (for frying, about 1 tablespoon)
Ham
- 4 slices Black Forest ham
Instructions
- Blend Eggs and Spinach: Add the eggs and lightly packed baby spinach to a blender. Blend on high for about one minute, then scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well combined. Season generously with salt and pepper and pulse again for about another minute until the spinach is fully incorporated into the egg mixture.
- Melt Butter and Cook Eggs: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is hot and foaming, pour in the blended egg and spinach mixture. Let it sit undisturbed for about a minute until it begins to set at the edges.
- Gently Stir the Eggs: Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs to scramble them softly, ensuring they cook evenly without becoming dry. Remove from heat once the eggs have just barely set but remain moist and tender.
- Brown the Ham: In the same pan or a separate skillet, heat the Black Forest ham slices over medium heat until they develop a slight brown crust and are warmed through, enhancing their flavor and texture.
- Serve Immediately: Plate the green scrambled eggs alongside the browned ham slices and serve hot for a delicious, nutritious breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- Using fresh baby spinach and blending it with the eggs creates a naturally vibrant green color without any artificial dyes.
- Be careful not to overcook the eggs; removing them from heat when just set keeps them soft and creamy.
- Black Forest ham adds a smoky, savory contrast but can be substituted with other ham varieties if preferred.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste; the ham may add some saltiness as well.
- This recipe serves one to two people depending on portion size.