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Overhead view of seven High Protein Taco Egg Bites with ground turkey, melted cheese, and red and green bell peppers arranged on a black plate over a dark rustic wood table.

High Protein Taco Egg Bites

Nesting Lane
High Protein Taco Egg Bites are an easy make-ahead breakfast with 23 grams of protein per serving, perfect for busy mornings and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 6

Equipment

Standard 12-cup muffin pan
Large Skillet
Large Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Cutting Board
Sharp Knife
Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
 

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • ½ pound 93% lean ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup low-fat milk
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup reduced-fat shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper finely diced
  • ¼ cup green bell pepper finely diced
  • ¼ cup green onion finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and coat a standard 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks.
  • Add the taco seasoning and stir until the turkey is evenly coated. Remove from the heat.
  • Add the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, and black pepper to a large mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
  • Divide the cooked turkey, red bell pepper, shredded cheese, and green onions evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
  • Pour the egg mixture evenly into the muffin cups and gently stir each one.
  • Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the centers are set.
  • Let the egg bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the egg bites from the muffin pan and serve warm.

Notes

Serving Size: 2 Egg Bites
Estimated WW Points: 5  (For exact points, check the official WW app)

Tips and Tricks

Break up the turkey well - Small crumbles distribute more evenly among the 12 egg bites.
Watch the taco seasoning - Sodium and spice levels vary quite a bit by brand, so choose one that suits your preference.
Don’t overbake - Remove the egg bites once the centers are set. Baking them too long can make the eggs rubbery.
Let them rest - The 5-minute cooling time makes the egg bites easier to remove from the muffin pan.

Storing and Reheating

Refrigerator - Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezer - Freeze completely cooled egg bites in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months.
Microwave - Reheat refrigerated egg bites in short intervals until warmed through. Frozen egg bites can be thawed overnight first or reheated from frozen with additional time.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 23gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 284mgSodium: 354mgPotassium: 266mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 739IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 192mgIron: 2mg
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