Bell Pepper Egg Rings are a simple yet delicious dish that packs a nutritious punch. They’re quick to make, incredibly versatile, and always a hit with the family.
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Eggs in Bell Pepper Rings Recipe
If you are looking for a new quick breakfast recipe look no further than these eggs in bell pepper rings. This is one of those easy recipes that is so simple you will wonder why you hadn’t been making this before now. With just three simple ingredients you have a great breakfast option full of great flavor.
Not to mention these eggs are also healthy and nutritious. Bell peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, while eggs provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients. Together, they make a wholesome and balanced start to your day.
Ingredients
- Colorful Sweet Bell Peppers – You can use whatever color you have on hand green bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, orange bell peppers, or red bell peppers. Once you have the pepper you will slice them into 1/4 inch rings and remove the seeds and center of each pepper.
- Eggs – You really can make as many or as little of these as you wish. I find the average pepper usually cuts into about 4 good sized rings so at least 4 eggs is a good amount. You can also make these egg rings with just egg whites, just cook until the egg whites are set.
- Cooking Spray or Olive Oil – Just a little of your favorite cooking oil so that the peppers and eggs don’t stick is great.
- Kosher Salt – I prefer cooking with kosher salt but for flavoring these eggs you can also use sea salt.
- Ground Black Pepper – Season with freshly ground black pepper after cooking.
- Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or basil for garnish
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Instructions
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
Place bell pepper rings in the skillet, you can fit 3 to 4 depending on size.
Crack an egg into each bell pepper ring. It’s okay if some of the egg leaks out.
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet and cover. Cook for 2 to 4 minutes, allowing the steam to help cook the eggs.
Remove the cover and continue to cook until the eggs and egg yolk are set to your desired doneness.
Transfer the bell pepper eggs to a plate, season eggs with kosher salt and ground black pepper, and optionally garnish with fresh herbs.
pro tip
Experiment with Flavors: Try adding different spices, such as paprika or cumin, or a sprinkle of cheese for added flavor. I like to melt a little cheese on top of mine pepper jack, cheddar, or feta cheese are my favorites to use.
tips, tricks and questions
- Choosing the Right Bell Pepper: Select bell peppers that are large and evenly shaped for consistent rings. If you are looking for more of a hot pepper while they aren’t the spiciest using a large poblano pepper would make a good substitute.
- Preventing Egg Leakage: To reduce egg leakage, press the bell pepper rings down firmly or use slightly thicker slices.
- Cooking to Preference: Adjust the cooking time to achieve your preferred yolk consistency, whether you like it runny or fully set.
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Bell Pepper Egg Rings are easy to make, healthy, and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 bell pepper, sliced into 1/4 inch rings
- 4 eggs
- kosher salt
- ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grease the skillet lightly with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Add 3 to 4 of the bell pepper rings to the skillet depending on the size of the skillet. Crack the egg inside the bell pepper ring (it is okay if some of the egg leaks out). Add one to two tablespoons of water to the skillet and cover. Cook for 2 to 4 minutes.
- Remove the cover and continue to cook until the eggs are set and the yolk is to your liking.
- Transfer the bell peppers eggs to a plate and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Optionally add fresh herbs like parsley, green onions, or basil.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
2 eggs in pepper ringsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 162Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 372mgSodium: 300mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 13g
Nutritional data is automated and might not be 100% accurate, final nutritional information will depend on ingredients used and any changes made.
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