Why Make This Recipe
Breakfast Sweet Potatoes are a nutritious and delightful start to your day. This recipe combines sweet potatoes, eggs, spinach, and avocado, offering a healthy mix of flavors and textures. Not only are these ingredients packed with vitamins and minerals, but they also provide sustained energy to keep you full throughout the morning. It’s a perfect meal for those busy days when you need something quick yet satisfying.
How to Make Breakfast Sweet Potato
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and wash the sweet potatoes.
- Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for 45 minutes until tender.
- Sauté the spinach in olive oil until wilted.
- Scramble the eggs with salt and pepper until creamy.
- Cut the baked sweet potatoes open and fluff the insides.
- Top with scrambled eggs, spinach, avocado slices, and feta cheese.
- Season with extra pepper and serve warm.
How to Serve Breakfast Sweet Potato
Serve Breakfast Sweet Potatoes warm on a plate or in a bowl. You can enjoy them as the main dish or pair them with a side of fruit for a complete breakfast. Adding a drizzle of hot sauce can give it an exciting kick!
How to Store Breakfast Sweet Potato
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for up to three days. When you’re ready to eat again, just reheat the sweet potatoes in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Tips to Make Breakfast Sweet Potato
- Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes for the best flavor.
- For added flavor, experiment with spices like paprika or cumin in the eggs.
- You can prepare the sweet potatoes a day ahead and reheat them in the morning.
Variation
To make this recipe vegan, you can replace the eggs with scrambled tofu and omit the feta cheese. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for more color and flavor.
FAQs
Can I make Breakfast Sweet Potatoes ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the sweet potatoes ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. Just reheat and add toppings in the morning.
What can I substitute for feta cheese?
You can use goat cheese, dairy-free cheese, or even skip the cheese altogether if you prefer.
Can I add more toppings?
Absolutely! You can add salsa, hot sauce, or even nuts for extra crunch. Be creative with your toppings!
Breakfast Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes Choose firm sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
- 4 pcs eggs Can be replaced with scrambled tofu for a vegan option.
- 1 cup spinach Sauté until wilted.
- 1 pcs avocado Sliced.
- 1/4 cup feta cheese Can be substituted with goat cheese or omitted.
- 1 tbsp olive oil Used for sautéing the spinach.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and wash the sweet potatoes.
Baking Sweet Potatoes
- Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for 45 minutes until tender.
Sautéing and Scrambling
- Sauté the spinach in olive oil until wilted.
- Scramble the eggs with salt and pepper until creamy.
Assembly
- Cut the baked sweet potatoes open and fluff the insides.
- Top with scrambled eggs, sautéed spinach, avocado slices, and feta cheese.
- Season with extra pepper and serve warm.