Description
This creamy spinach and potato breakfast casserole is a nutritious and delicious way to start your day, combining lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, grated potatoes, and cheese baked to golden perfection. It’s a quick, high-protein meal that can be prepared in under 40 minutes, perfect for busy mornings or a wholesome brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onions
- 8 ounces raw 99% lean ground turkey
- 3 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
Spices and Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dairy and Eggs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup fat free milk
- 1/2 cup shredded low moisture Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Vegetable Base
- 2/3 cup grated raw potatoes, without skin
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a small 3-cup casserole dish or an ovenproof skillet with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Onions and Turkey: Heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant. Stir in the ground turkey along with chili powder and onion powder. Cook the turkey thoroughly until browned and crumbly. Once done, transfer the mixture to a bowl and set it aside.
- Sauté Garlic, Sage, and Spinach: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic and fresh sage, sautéing for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant. Then add the fresh spinach leaves and cook, stirring until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer this mixture to a bowl and set aside.
- Mix Egg and Dairy Base: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and fat-free milk until well combined. Add the cooked turkey mixture, sautéed spinach mixture, grated raw potatoes, and shredded Mozzarella cheese. Stir everything together until evenly mixed.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and evenly sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese on top. Place it in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole springs back when gently touched.
- Season and Serve: Remove from the oven and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Enjoy your warm, protein-packed breakfast casserole!
Notes
- This breakfast casserole combines sausage-style turkey, eggs, potatoes, spinach, and cheeses for a satisfying morning meal.
- The recipe is super easy to make and ready in about 40 minutes overall.
- High in protein, it’s a nutritious option to fuel your day.
- You can substitute ground turkey with lean ground chicken or turkey sausage if preferred.
- For a spicier dish, add extra chili powder or a dash of hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 242
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 291.3 mg
- Fat: 13.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: approximately 9.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9.6 g
- Fiber: 2.3 g
- Protein: 22.3 g
- Cholesterol: 137.5 mg
