Healthy Eggs Benedict Recipe

Name: Healthy Eggs Benedict
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lemon; ¼ cup light sour cream or ¼ cup low-fat plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot; ¼ teaspoon dried tarragon; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch paprika; 1 tablespoon white vinegar or 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 4 slices peameal bacon; 4 eggs; English muffin, toasted; chopped chives (optional)

Servings: persons

12 lemon
¼ cup light sour cream or ¼ cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
¼ teaspoon dried tarragon
1 pinch salt
1 pinch paprika
1 tablespoon white vinegar or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 slices peameal bacon
4 eggs
English muffin, toasted
chopped chives (optional)

1
Squeeze 1/2 tsp juice from lemon into a medium-size bowl.
2
Whisk in sour cream, shallots, oil, water, tarragon, salt and paprika.
3
Taste and add more lemon juice, if needed.
4
If making ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 2 days.
5
Bring to room temperature before using.
6
Meanwhile, fill a wide saucepan with about 2 inches water.
7
Add vinegar and bring to a boil over high heat.
8
To cook bacon, lightly oil a large frying pan and set over medium-high heat.
9
Add bacon.
10
Cook until golden tinged, about 1-2 min per side.
11
Remove pan from heat.
12
Once water boils, reduce heat to low so water is barely simmering.
13
Crack an egg into a small dish, then slip into water.
14
Repeat with remaining eggs.
15
Simmer, uncovered, until whites are set and yolks are done as you like.
16
2-4 minute To serve, place 1-2 pieces of bacon on an English muffin half.
17
Using a slotted spoon, remove eggs one at a time and dab whites with paper towel to absorb as much water as possible.
18
Place 1 egg on top of the bacon.
19
Repeat with remaining eggs.
20
Spoon about 1 1/2 tbsp sauce over each egg, sprinkle with chives.

492

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lemon, ¼ cup light sour cream or ¼ cup low-fat plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot, ¼ teaspoon dried tarragon, and more.

Yes, Healthy Eggs Benedict falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Healthy Eggs Benedict

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions