Mozzarella and Egg Breakfast Sandwich

Mozzarella and Egg Breakfast Sandwich

For an easy, healthy egg breakfast sandwich, try this one made with roasted peppers, basil, and mozzarella cheese.

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Mozzarella and Egg Breakfast Sandwich

For an easy, healthy egg breakfast sandwich, try this one made with roasted peppers, basil, and mozzarella cheese.
Course Breakfast
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings 1 sandwich
Calories 351 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 Tbsp reduced-fat (2%) milk
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 Tbsp chopped roasted red bell pepper
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
  • 1 slice part-skim mozzarella cheese (½ oz)
  • 1 whole-wheat English muffin , split, toasted

Instructions

  1. Combine egg, egg whites, and milk in a medium bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside.

  2. Heat small nonstick skillet, lightly coated with spray, over medium-low heat.
  3. Add eggs; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add roasted red bell pepper and basil. Season with pepper if desired; cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until set.
  5. Top muffin half with cheese, eggs, and second muffin half.
Nutrition Facts
Mozzarella and Egg Breakfast Sandwich
Amount Per Serving (1 sandwich)
Calories 351 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 196mg65%
Sodium 642mg28%
Carbohydrates 35g12%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 31g62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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