Pepper Ring Eggs

Pepper Ring Eggs are the perfect addition for a quick, easy, but impressive breakfast option. After all, breakfast or brunch is the favourite meal of the day for so many of us! This recipe is featured on my latest CHCH TV segment and our latest blog post, 15 Minute Cottage Meals. Generally, we want high protein and sometimes a little more elaborate meals when entertaining by the lake. I love that you can serve these elegant Pepper Ring Eggs on sprouted grain toast or your favourite toast with side of fresh fruit. Additionally, you can add them to a breakfast sandwich.

How to Make Pepper Rings Eggs?

The key to making these Pepper Ring Eggs is to ensure that you have a thick-enough pepper ring so that it captures all that egg nutrition goodness! I have to admit, the first time making these, I cut the pepper ring a little too thin (about the width of my pinky) and the egg spilled over on the fry pan. The good news is that they’re still so tasty! Additionally, making the rings the same depth around helps with uniform cooking of the pepper.

Ensure your pepper is cut about 1/2″ thick for these Pepper Ring Eggs!

Nevertheless, after you have your sliced pepper rings, you are simply tossing them on a non-stick fry pan and cooking one side first. Next, flip the pepper ring and crack your egg. I’m using Ontario Eggs, which are a top Dietitian Kitchen Staple for my house. In fact, I always have two dozen on hand for a quick-cooking, affordable and nutritious protein option. Be sure to check out more quick and easy meals!

You’re sure to devour these Pepper Ring Eggs!

Are Eggs Nutritious?

Eggs are a nutritious wonder and all for only 70 calories and 6 grams of protein. As a dietitian, I recommend clients avoid skipping the yolk since this is where you get half the protein and most of the nutrition! As well, the myth of cholesterol in foods has been debunked, which has thankfully liberated this once villainized food and instead highlighted them as a heart healthy option. Similarly, we also receive 14 essential nutrients in eggs such as choline, which supports brain functioning, iron and lutein, which is key for eye health.

In only about 8 minutes you have over easy Pepper Ring Eggs!

Pepper Ring Eggs Recipe

• Prep Time: 3 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 – 8 minutes
• Serves: 2

Ingredients:

• Bell pepper, sliced into ~ ½” thick rings
• 4 eggs
• Kosher salt
• Fresh ground pepper

Garnish: Favourite cheese, fresh Italian Parsley, Chives or scallions

Directions for Pepper Ring Eggs:

1. Firstly, heat a non-stick fry pan or skillet over medium heat, and grease lightly with oil or cooking spray.
2. Then, place bell pepper rings in the fry pan and sauté for two minutes. Be sure to leave space around the peppers so they can be flipped and are not overcrowded.
3. Flip the ring, then crack an egg in the middle. Next, season with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
4. Now, cook the egg to your liking. Cook for about 2 to 4 minutes for a sunny-side egg. Flip your egg for over-easy style and cook for additional couple minutes (~4 minutes) depending on your preferred doneness.
5. Cover with a lid for added heat and to melt cheese on top, if using.
6. Finally, garnish with fresh herbs like Italian parsley, chives or green onions.

Pepper Ring Eggs

Yield: 2

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Total Time: 12 minutes

These elegant Pepper Ring Eggs are simple and an impressive breakfast option! Enjoy them on toast or with a side of veggies or fresh fruit.

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Ingredients

• Bell pepper, sliced into ~ ½” thick rings
• 4 eggs
• Kosher salt
• Fresh ground pepper
• Garnish: Favourite cheese, fresh Italian Parsley, Chives or other herbs

Instructions

1. Heat a non-stick fry pan or skillet over medium heat, and grease lightly with oil or cooking spray.
2. Place bell pepper rings in the fry pan and sauté for two minutes. Be sure to leave space around the peppers so they can be flipped and not over-crowded.
3. Flip the ring, then crack an egg in the middle. Next, season with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
4. Now, cook the egg to your liking. Cook for about 2 to 4 minutes for a sunny side egg. Flip your egg for over easy and cook for additional couple minutes depending on your preferred doneness.
5. Cover with a lid for added heat and to melt cheese on top, if using.
6. Finally, garnish with fresh herbs like Italian parsley, chives or green onions.