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Ad Hoc Pita With Broccoli Egg And Cheese Recipe

A quick and easy 15-minute meal! This customizable pita pocket is packed with protein and veggies. Sautéed broccoli and fluffy scrambled eggs are topped with melty cheese and nestled in a perfectly toasted pita. Feel free to swap out your favorite cheese, pita bread, and even add other veggies for a delicious and satisfying lunch or light dinner.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 855.2 kcal
Protein 79g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ad Hoc Pita With Broccoli Egg And Cheese

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 ounce Muenster Cheese
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pita bread

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How to Make Ad Hoc Pita With Broccoli Egg And Cheese

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup broccoli florets and sauté for 5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
  2. Crack 2 large eggs into the skillet. Scramble with the broccoli until the eggs are cooked through but still slightly moist.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Top the egg and broccoli mixture with 1 ounce of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese).
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove the egg and broccoli mixture from the skillet.
  7. Add another 1/2 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet.
  8. Add 1 pita bread to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  9. Fill the warm pita with the broccoli and egg mixture.
  10. Enjoy your delicious and easy pita pocket!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

96g

Carbs

13g

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Main Courses Breakfast & Brunch Lunch Main Dish / Dinner Healthy Vegetarian 30 Minutes Or Less

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Breakfast Lunch Eggs Dairy Vegetables American Easy Beginner Cook Cheese Eggs Stove Top Sandwiches Comfort Food Midwestern Broccoli Brunch Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings Presentation Served Hot