Do you need a quick and easy yet healthy recipe to start your day? These easy ham and cheese quinoa egg bites are a great way to start your day. They are loaded with protein and vegetables. These bites are easy to store and reheat.
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Tools needed to make egg bites:
Egg Bite Ingredients:
- 2 Cups cooked quinoa
- 4 eggs, slightly whisked
- 1 Cup shredded zucchini
- 4 ounces shredded cheddar
- 1 Cup diced ham
- 2 chopped green onions
- Black pepper to taste
How to make Egg Bites
Start by shredding the zucchini with a mini food processor. Set it aside to drain while preparing the other ingredients.
In a large bowl, mix the quinoa, ham, cheese, eggs, onions, and zucchini. Mix in the black pepper if desired.
Spoon the mixture into a greased 12 cup muffin pan. Fill the cups all the way to the top.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake the bites for 18-20 minutes or until slightly browned on the top and firm.
How to store Egg Bites
Allow the egg bite to cool for 15-20 minutes, then place them in an air tight container in the refrigerator. They can be stored for up to 5 days.
How to reheat egg bites
Place the egg bites in a microwave safe bowl. Slice the bites in half, cover and heat for 1 minute.
Can you bake egg bites on a Traeger?
Yes you can. the baking time may take a bit longer. Plan on 20-22 minutes.
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Printable Recipe
Servings
6 minutes
Preparing Time
20 minutes
Cooking Time
20 minutes
Calories
kcal
INGREDIENTS
2 Cups cooked quinoa
4 eggs, slightly whisked
1 Cup shredded zucchini
4 ounces shredded cheddar
1 Cup diced ham
2 chopped green onions
Black pepper to taste
DIRECTION
- Start by shredding the zucchini with a mini food processor. Set it aside to drain while preparing the other ingredients. In a large bowl, mix the quinoa, ham, cheese, eggs, onions, and zucchini. Mix in the black pepper if desired.
- Spoon the mixture into a greased 12 cup muffin pan. Fill the cups all the way to the top.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake the bites for 18-20 minutes or until slightly browned on the top and firm.
NOTES
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