Heart Healthy Egg and Spinach Breakfast Pita

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Published 2/7/2022
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | High Protein | Diabetic | Vegetarian
Heart Healthy Egg and Spinach Breakfast Pita
Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

Egg whites, spinach and cheese stuffed in a whole-wheat pita make this healthy breakfast recipe hearty and satisfying. Have a protein-packed meal on the table in less than 15 minutes.

Total Time
20 minutes
Servings
2
Calories
189

Ingredients

Recipe yields 2 servings

Helpful How-To Video

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Lightly coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add spinach and scallion and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute. In a bowl, whisk together egg whites and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Add egg mixture to skillet and cook, tossing constantly but gently, until fluffy and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Remove from heat, add mozzarella and toss again. Spoon mixture evenly into pita halves. Top with parsley, if using. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1/2 pita

189
Calories
4
g
Fat
12
mg
Cholesterol
461
mg
Sodium
20
g
Carbs
2
g
Sat. Fat
3
g
Fiber
18
g
Protein

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