Description
A vibrant and wholesome Spring Vegetable Egg Casserole featuring fresh asparagus, broccoli, spinach, and artichoke hearts, blended with creamy Havarti and tangy feta cheese. This healthy and satisfying dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner and is baked to golden perfection with fresh herbs and green onions.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cups asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 6 cups packed fresh spinach leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
- 2 green onions, sliced (divided use)
Cheese
- 4 ounces shredded Havarti cheese
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Egg Mixture
- 12 large eggs, whisked
- 1/2 cup Almond Breeze Original Almond Milk
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Oven & Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened. Stir in asparagus, broccoli, spinach, and minced garlic and cook for about 4 minutes until vegetables are tender and spinach is wilted. Add artichoke hearts, basil, and half of the sliced green onions, season with salt and pepper, mix well, then transfer the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Add Cheese: Evenly sprinkle shredded Havarti cheese over the vegetable layer in the baking dish.
- Prepare and Add Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and almond milk until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the vegetables and Havarti cheese in the baking dish.
- Top with Feta and Green Onions: Sprinkle the remaining green onions and crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until eggs are fully set and edges turn slightly golden. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares. Serve warm to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute Havarti with other mild melting cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack if desired.
- For a richer flavor, consider using whole milk instead of almond milk if not dairy-sensitive.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; simply reheat before serving.
- To keep it vegetarian, ensure the cheeses used are free from animal-derived rennet.
- Adding fresh herbs like parsley or chives can enhance freshness and presentation.
