Asparagus and Eggs

 

Asparagus and eggs make the best spring breakfast or a beautiful light lunch. Asparagus is cooked in à pan with a little oil and topped with two eggs.

5 mins
Cook Time :
10 mins
Total Time :
15 mins
Servings:
1

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 8 thin-stemmed asparagus stalks, trimmed
  • 2 large eggs
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

  1. Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and garlic; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  2. Add asparagus and cook until fork-tender, turning asparagus often to ensure even cooking, about 4 minutes.

  3. Spread asparagus out and crack 2 eggs over the asparagus. Cover with lid and cook until egg whites are firm and yolk is done to desired consistency, about 4 minutes.

  4. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories294
Total Fat 23g
Saturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 372mg
Sodium 455mg
Total Carbohydrate 7g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 16g
Vitamin C 10mg
Calcium 91mg
Iron 3mg
Potassium 423mg