Keto eggs benedict without English muffin is a perfect and very tasty weekend brunch which is quick and easy to prepare, high in micronutrients and low in carbs.
If you’re like me, you’ve often craved the creamy delight of Eggs Benedict but hesitated because of the carbs that come with the muffin. Well, hesitate no more!
I’ve crafted a delightful twist on this classic dish that’s not only low-carb but also incredibly satisfying. By swapping out the traditional muffin (or bread) for a fresh slice of tomato and a bed of wilted spinach, this dish becomes a keto-friendly masterpiece.
Dive into this luscious, guilt-free and low carb Eggs Benedict and start your day on a deliciously healthy note!
Sweet tomato with buttered spinach, tender poached eggs and delicious Hollandaise sauce make distinctive combination of flavor.
To prepare the poached egg, I used a poachpod which makes it extremely easy to prepare egg this way. If you want perfectly poached eggs every time, this is the way to go.
How to Make Low Carb Eggs Benedict Tomato and Spinach
Cook the Spinach
In a medium frying pan, melt 1 tsp of butter. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Poach the Egg
Bring water to a boil in a small pot. Crack the egg into a poachpod and place it over the boiling water. Cook until the egg is set.
Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce
In a heat-safe bowl, whisk the egg yolk, mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
Place the bowl over very low heat and continue whisking until the mixture starts to thicken.
Slowly pour in the melted butter (2 tbsp) while whisking continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble
On a serving plate, place the tomato slice, followed by the cooked spinach. Top with the poached egg and drizzle with the hollandaise sauce. Garnish with chopped chives, if desired, and serve immediately.
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Keto Eggs Benedict
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz spinach
- 1 tsp butter
- 1 large egg poached
- 1 slice tomato
- 1 tsp chives chopped (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Hollandaise Sauce:
Instructions
- Prepare a medium frying pan and melt a teaspoon of butter on it. Put in the spinach and cook until the leaves are wilted, stirring occasionally. Season with a dash of salt and pepper. Cover with the lid and reserve for later.
- Boil water in a small bowl. Crack the egg into a poachpod and place over the boiling water. Wait until the egg is set.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and place in a small bowl. Set aside. Prepare a large heat-safe bowl to whisk the egg yolk in. Add the mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to taste. Set the bowl over very low heat and continue whisking. Wait for the mixture to thicken before gently pouring the melted butter. Continue whisking the mixture. Remove the sauce once it thickens entirely and set aside.
- Prepare a serving plate with a sliced tomato on top. Arrange the spinach on the slice, top with the poached egg, and finally pour the hollandaise. Scatter chopped chives on top then serve.
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FAQ
Is muffin keto friendly?
No, traditional muffins are not keto-friendly as they are made with high-carb ingredients like flour and sugar. However, there are keto-friendly muffin recipes that use low-carb ingredients such as almond flour or coconut flour and sugar substitutes like erythritol or stevia. You can try my Classic Plain Keto Muffins recipe or this 1-Minute Microwave Muffins in a Mug.
What can I use instead of English muffin for eggs Benedict?
You can replace the English muffin in eggs Benedict with a slice of avocado or tomato, a bed of sautéed spinach, or a keto-friendly almond or coconut flour biscuit. If you have time, make your own keto muffin.
How many carbs in eggs benedict without bread or muffin?
Eggs Benedict without bread primarily consists of poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and typically a protein like ham or smoked salmon. Without the bread, a serving of Eggs Benedict contains approximately 1-3 grams of carbs, mainly from the egg and the ingredients in the hollandaise sauce. However, exact carb counts can vary based on specific recipe ingredients and portion sizes.
