Description
Start your day with this Cheesy Spinach Mushroom Egg Casserole, a hearty and healthy breakfast bursting with fresh spinach, earthy mushrooms, creamy goat cheese, and protein-packed eggs. This easy-to-make, gluten-free dish is perfect for meal prep, family brunches, or a quick breakfast that feels gourmet.
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 16 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced (or white button mushrooms)
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves (packed; or substitute kale/Swiss chard)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (or substitute shallots/chives)
- 4 oz goat cheese, divided (or feta cheese)
- 18 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
Optional Garnish
- Fresh chives, chopped (or parsley/dill)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 3 minutes until tender.
- Add spinach and garlic, stirring until the spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Assemble the Casserole
- Spread the cooked vegetable mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle sliced green onions over the vegetables.
- Crumble half of the goat cheese on top.
Step 4: Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well combined.
- Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the vegetables and cheese in the dish.
Step 5: Add Final Touches
- Crumble the remaining goat cheese over the top of the eggs.
Step 6: Bake
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the edges are golden brown.
Step 7: Serve
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped chives, if desired.
- Slice into portions and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American