Friday, September 2, 2022

Meal idea recipe: Spinach-Tomato Breakfast Pita Pocket

 

Breakfast Meal Idea




Tomatoes and spinach are great for our health. Below I've listed some of their benefits so you can get an idea as to how they can benefit us.




Benefits of Spinach (Spinacia oleracea):

  • Contains antioxidants
  • Can help manage diabetes
  • May help prevent cancer
  • May reduce the severity of asthma
  • Lowers blood pressure
  • Boosts mood
  • Promotes bone health
  • Helps regulate digestion
  • Good for maintaining healthy hair and skin



Benefits of Tomatoes (Lycopersicon):

  • Contains antioxidants
  • Contains Vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, potassium, and iron
  • Contains fiber
  • It's heart healthy
  • May improve vision
  • Aids in digestion
  • May lower high blood pressure
  • May help manage diabetes
  • Good for skin and hair
  • May help improve bone health
  • May help prevent gallstones


Here's a quick and easy healthy breakfast meal idea.


What you'll need:

  • 2-3 large cherry tomatoes or slice half a tomato into chunks
  • A handful of spinach leaves (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 eggs
  • Pinch of Salt (I chose Pink Himalayan salt)
  • 1 tsp of an herb blend (mine had dried marjoram, oregano, thyme, rosemary, basil & sage)
  • 1 tsp Plant-based butter or olive oil spray to grease the pan
  • Half a wheat pita pocket
  • A handful of shredded cheese or 1 slice of cheese (optional)
  • 2oz of blueberries (optional)

Directions:

  • Heat pan
  • Grease pan with butter or olive oil spray
  • add spinach and tomatoes
  • break open eggs and add one at a time
  • Sprinkle seasoning
  • Let cook for 2-3 minutes until eggs are as firm as you'd like
  • Open pita pocket
  • Scoop egg, spinach, and tomatoes mix in place into the pocket
  • Warm the pocket in the pan if desired
  • Serve with blueberries

 





Hope you enjoyed this quick breakfast idea. Let me know in the comment section below and don't forget to check out the products section of the blog for my wellness journals.

*Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. These posts are for educational purposes. When participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. I am not providing healthcare, medical, or nutritional therapy services or attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue.  Please be sure to contact your healthcare provider before starting any new physical activities.



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