Broccoli Breakfast Bars (Low Carb)
These savory breakfast bars are packed with broccoli, cheddar and bacon. They are a delicious and low carb way to start your day!
Ingredients
- 12 eggs
- 1 heaping cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1 lb broccoli, micro chop (4 cups)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 2 scallions, fine chop
- 5 slices bacon, cooked + crumbled
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder and Italian herb blend
- salt + pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat your eggs for a minute or two. Mix in the cottage cheese, olive oil, broccoli, cheddar cheese, scallions, bacon, grated parmesan and seasonings.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread out evenly. Add a cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 50 minutes or until golden brown on top. Allow to cool 15 minutes prior to slicing.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in your fridge and it will last for 4-5 days.
- If you don't have cottage cheese, you can use ricotta cheese or sour cream.
- Any shredded cheese you prefer works in this recipe.
- Sub in 1/2 cup crumbled sausage instead of bacon.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 277mg | Sodium: 354mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1050IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 293mg | Iron: 2mg