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Steamed Asparagus with Poached Eggs
Poached eggs, asparagus, kosher salt, fresh pepper and shaved Pecorino Romano. This simple egg dish is delicious for breakfast, lunch or brunch. You can serve this with whole grain toast on the side.
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 114 kcal
Course:
Breakfast , Brunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 bunches medium sized asparagus (tough ends removed (about 36 medium spears))
- 4 large eggs
- kosher salt and fresh pepper
- 2 tbsp parmigiano reggiano (freshly shaved)
Instructions
- Steam asparagus until tender-crisp, then run under cool water for a few seconds to stop the cooking.
- Drain and divide asparagus between four plates.
- Poach eggs in an egg poacher or following these steps for poaching eggs without one.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place each egg on top of each plate of asparagus.
- Top with freshly grated salt, pepper and Parmigiano Reggiano. Enjoy!!
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1egg with asparagus
Calories
114kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
10.5g
(21%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1egg with asparagus | |
| Calories | 114kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 10.5g | 21% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.