Low Carb Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole

Name: Low Carb Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion; 1/2 bell pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 8 ounces Morningstar Farms grillers, crumbles; 5 slices pickled jalapeno chilies, chopped; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup salsa; 12 eggs; 1/2 cup light cream

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion
1/2 bell pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces Morningstar Farms grillers, crumbles
5 slices pickled jalapeno chilies, chopped
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup salsa
12 eggs
1/2 cup light cream

1
Preheat oven to 350F and grease a 9x13 pan.
2
Saute onion and pepper in olive oil until onions are translucent.
3
Add minced garlic and saute for 1 minute.
4
Add Morningstar crumbles and chopped jalapenos. Cook until heated through.
5
Add spices to crumbles and mix thoroughly. Remove from heat.
6
Scramble eggs. Add cream, 1 1/2 C shredded cheese, and salsa.
7
Mix crumble mixture and egg mixture. Pour in pan.
8
Bake for 30 minutes, top with cheese, and bake for 15 more minutes.
9
Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, 1/2 bell pepper, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Low Carb Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!