Best Low Calorie Asparagus Egg Whites Recipes

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SKILLET-BAKED EGGS AND ASPARAGUS



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Asparagus and eggs have an affinity for each other. The voluptuous yolk softens and smoothes the grassy sharpness of the vegetable, while the asparagus brightens up the dull richness of the egg. The pair's most classic expression is asparagus hollandaise, but that is too fussy and time-consuming a preparation for a regular home-cooked breakfast. This dish combines the flavors in a time- and cook-friendly way.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil, more for drizzling
3/4 pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 scallions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
8 large eggs
6 tablespoons roughly chopped soft herbs like basil, cilantro, chives or parsley use at least 2
1/3 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Salt
black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving
Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 300 degrees. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering. Add the asparagus and the scallions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is browned and tender.
  • Whisk together the eggs, 4 tablespoons of the herbs, and cream. Whisk in Parmesan, salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over asparagus and place the skillet in the oven.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, until set, but still slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before serving. It is best warm, not hot.
  • Squeeze one or two lemon wedges over it, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and remaining herbs. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 261, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 521 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BAKED ASPARAGUS & CHEESE FRITTATA



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Perfect for a spring brunch or light supper, this Italian omelet is baked so it is easy to serve to a group.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Low-Carb Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons fine dry breadcrumbs
1 pound thin asparagus
1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt, divided
½ cup water
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
4 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ cup shredded Gruyère cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Coat a 10-inch pie pan or ceramic quiche dish with cooking spray. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, tapping out the excess.
  • Snap tough ends off asparagus. Slice off the top 2 inches of the tips and reserve. Cut the stalks into 1/2-inch-long slices.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell pepper, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add water and the asparagus stalks to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until the asparagus is tender and the liquid has evaporated, about 7 minutes (the mixture should be very dry). Season with salt and pepper. Arrange the vegetables in an even layer in the prepared pan.
  • Whisk eggs and egg whites in a large bowl. Add ricotta, parsley, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; whisk to blend. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, gently shaking the pan to distribute. Scatter the reserved asparagus tips over the top and sprinkle with Gruyere.
  • Bake the frittata until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 146.7 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 380.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

LOW CALORIE ASPARAGUS & EGG WHITES



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Make and share this Low Calorie Asparagus & Egg Whites recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kiwiwife

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Pam cooking spray
4 1/2 ounces frozen asparagus cuts (half of a 9 oz pkg)
1/2 cup egg white
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Microwave asparagus according to package directions.
  • Drain well and separate into halves.
  • Put half the asparagus in a 8" pan sprayed with pam (save other half for another time).
  • Pour egg whites over asparagus and cook 2 minutes over med heat.
  • sprinkle with parmesan and broil for 4-5 minutes or until cheese is brown & bubbly and eggs are set.
  • Turn out onto plate & enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.3, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 4.4, Sodium 288.4, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 19.3

ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE WITH HARD-BOILED EGGS



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A baked delight incorporating asparagus, chopped egg, bread crumbs and a simple white sauce of butter, flour and milk.

Provided by MECLA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup dry bread crumbs, browned in butter
20 asparagus tips
5 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • To Make White Sauce: Melt butter in a small skillet over medium low heat; stir in flour, then milk. Cook until thickened and season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread 1/2 of the browned bread crumbs in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add layers of asparagus and chopped egg, alternately. Pour White Sauce over all and top with remaining bread crumbs.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 277.7 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 822.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

SKINNY ASPARAGUS-ZUCCHINI EGG BAKE



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98% less cholesterol • 80% less sat fat than the original recipe. Freshen up your brunch with this veggie-packed egg dish. It tastes as delicious as it looks!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

Nonstick cooking spray
12 ounces fresh asparagus or 1 9-ounce package frozen asparagus cuts
1 small yellow sweet pepper, cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips
1/2 of a small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 1/2 cup)
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped bottled roasted red sweet peppers, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (2 ounces)
2 cups refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dillweed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese
Fresh dill sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 2-quart rectangular baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • If using fresh asparagus, snap off and discard woody bases. If desired, scrape off scales. Cut into 1-inch-long pieces.
  • In a large saucepan, bring about 1 inch water to boiling. Add asparagus, yellow sweet pepper strips, zucchini, and onion. Return just to boiling; reduce heat slightly. Cover and boil about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain well. Stir in roasted red sweet peppers. Spread asparagus-pepper mixture evenly in baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together egg product, milk, snipped or dried dill, salt, and black pepper until well mixed. Whisk in flour, making sure it is completely combined. Pour egg mixture over vegetables in baking dish. Bake, uncovered, about 35 minutes or until slightly puffed and top shakes set. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and the Parmesan cheese. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. If desired, garnish individual servings with dill sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

LOW FAT ASPARAGUS FRITTATA (WITH EGG BEATERS)



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I got this low fat, low carb, low calorie recipe from the Egg Beaters website. I haven't tried it yet but I want to!

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups Egg Beaters egg substitute (1-1/2 cups = 12 oz)
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat swiss cheese (1/2 cup = 2 oz)
1/4 cup nonfat milk
cooking spray
10 asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Mix Egg Beaters, cheese and milk in medium bowl until well blended; set aside.
  • Spray medium skillet with ovenproof handle with cooking spray; heat over medium heat.
  • Add asparagus, onions, salt and pepper; cook and stir 3 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Add tomatoes; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Egg Beaters mixture.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover skillet with lid. Cook 12 minutes, or until bottom of frittata is set but top is still slightly moist. Remove lid from skillet.
  • Place skillet under broiler. Broil 2 minutes, or until top is set but not browned.
  • Cut into 4 wedges to serve.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH HARD-COOKED EGGS AND SESAME SALT



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large eggs
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt
black pepper
3/4 teaspoon black sesame seeds
3/4 teaspoon white sesame seeds
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a heavy pot. Cover with 4 cups cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat; cover, immediately reduce to a bare simmer, and cook eggs 9 minutes. Crack the shells and put in a bowl of ice water for 10 minutes, then drain.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Spread asparagus on a large baking sheet. Dot with 2 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast, turning occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes, and transfer to a platter.
  • Meanwhile, in a small skillet over medium heat, toast the black and white sesame seeds until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour into a bowl and toss with coarse sea salt.
  • Peel the eggs and finely chop. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet and cook until it starts to smell nutty, about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped eggs.
  • To serve, spoon the egg mixture over the asparagus, then sprinkle with sesame salt and chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 180, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 491 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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