New Take on Quiche

Breakfast is one of the easiest meals to flex, because lots of our favourite breakfast foods fall into the Nutrisystem requirements. And one of the easiest ways to get in that required protein is by eating eggs. While I enjoy the quick and easy standby of scrambling them, sometimes it's nice to have something that feels a little more special.

If you're looking for a unique recipe for a fancy brunch, I think you'll find that this meal is not only loaded with nutrients, but also tastes wonderful. And it's a great way to get those veggies in, too!

Russian Breakfast Squares (Flex Meals):

1 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 lb kale, trimmed of tough ends and ribs, coarsely chopped (approximately 4 cups)
8 eggs
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/2 tsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup grated light Swiss or Gouda cheese
5 oz smoked salmon, chopped into 1 inch pieces
1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 11x17 pan lightly with cooking spray. In a deep pan, saute the onion for about 3 minutes or until softened. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Stir in kale and cover the pan, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes, until the kale is wilted.

While the kale is cooking, beat the eggs well in a mixing bowl, and stir in the dill, mustard, salt, pepper, and cheese. Stir the egg mixture into the vegetables, and add the salmon and breadcrumbs. Mix well.

Pour into prepared baking dish, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until eggs are set and the edges are browning. Cut into 6 squares and serve warm. If desired, top with 1 tbsp. FF sour cream and sprinkle with a little more dill.

This recipe makes 6 servings. Each serving has 220 calories, 11g of fat, 10g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, and 20g of protein. That means it fits perfectly into the stats for either a flex breakfast (entrée only) or else as a light lunch or even your afternoon snack. Count this as 1 Powerfuel + 1 SmartCarb (+ 1 extra if you add the sour cream). Remember if you use it for breakfast, that you'd still have to have any add ins on your plan!