12 Healthy Egg Recipes for Every Meal of the Day
π Table of Contents
- Breakfast: Shakshuka
- Breakfast: Egg Muffin Cups
- Breakfast: Vegetable Frittata
- Lunch: Egg Fried Rice
- Lunch: Egg Drop Soup
- Lunch: Egg Salad Sandwich
- Dinner: Shakshuka with Vegetables
- Dinner: Stir-Fried Eggs with Vegetables
- Dinner: Baked Eggs in Avocado
- Dinner: Frittata with Ham and Cheese
- Dinner: Egg Noodle Casserole
- Dinner: Egg Steak with Vegetables
Introduction
Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse β complete protein, incredibly versatile, and affordable at just $0.20 per egg. These 12 recipes showcase eggs at their best across every meal of the day, from a bold breakfast shakshuka to a hearty dinner casserole.
Eggs are also one of the easiest ingredients to batch prep β our Meal Prep Under $5 guide shows you how to build a full week of egg-based meals on a tight budget. For fast morning ideas using eggs, our Quick Breakfasts collection has plenty of grab-and-go options. And if you’re shopping on a budget, our Eat Healthy on $30/Week plan makes eggs the centerpiece of affordable, nutritious eating.
π Breakfast Recipes
Recipe 1: Shakshuka ($1.80 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 6 eggs
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh cilantro
- Cost: $1.80/serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in large skillet; sautΓ© onion and pepper 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook 1 minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes.
- Simmer sauce 10 minutes.
- Create 6 wells in sauce.
- Crack one egg into each well.
- Cover skillet; simmer 8β10 minutes until whites set.
- Garnish with cilantro.
Recipe 2: Egg Muffin Cups ($0.35 per muffin)
Ingredients (Makes 12 Muffins)
- 10 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup cheese, shredded
- 4 oz ham, diced
- Salt and pepper
- Cost: $0.35/muffin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk together.
- Divide spinach, peppers, cheese, and ham among a greased muffin tin.
- Pour egg mixture over each, filling 3/4 full.
- Bake 20β25 minutes until set.
- Cool 5 minutes before removing.
Recipe 3: Vegetable Frittata ($1.65 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups mixed vegetables β zucchini, mushrooms, tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- Salt and pepper
- Cost: $1.65/serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375Β°F.
- Heat olive oil in oven-safe skillet; sautΓ© onion 3 minutes.
- Add vegetables; cook 5 minutes.
- Whisk eggs with milk; pour over vegetables.
- Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Cook on stovetop 2 minutes until edges start to set.
- Transfer to oven; bake 12β15 minutes until center is set.
- Slice into wedges and serve.
βοΈ Lunch Recipes
Recipe 4: Egg Fried Rice ($1.45 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 3 cups cooked rice, chilled
- 1 cup frozen vegetables
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 green onions, sliced
- Cost: $1.45/serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in wok over high heat.
- Scramble eggs; set aside.
- Add remaining oil; stir-fry vegetables 2 minutes.
- Add rice, breaking up clumps.
- Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic.
- Return eggs to wok; toss well.
- Garnish with green onions.
Recipe 5: Egg Drop Soup ($0.95 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- Cost: $0.95/serving
Instructions
- Heat broth in pot; add ginger and soy sauce.
- Bring to simmer.
- Mix cornstarch with water.
- Slowly stir cornstarch mixture into broth.
- Simmer 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Slowly drizzle beaten eggs while stirring gently to create ribbons.
- Add spinach; cook 1 minute.
- Garnish with green onions.
Recipe 6: Egg Salad Sandwich ($1.25 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 4 eggs, hard-boiled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp relish
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 4 bread slices
- Lettuce and tomato
- Cost: $1.25/serving
Instructions
- Hard-boil eggs: place in pot of cold water, bring to boil, remove from heat, cover 12 minutes, then ice bath.
- Peel eggs; chop roughly.
- Mix with mayo, mustard, relish, and green onions.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread on bread with lettuce and tomato.
π Dinner Recipes
Recipe 7: Shakshuka with Vegetables β Dinner Version ($1.95 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 6 eggs
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups vegetables β zucchini, eggplant, peppers
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley
- Cost: $1.95/serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in large skillet; sautΓ© onion and vegetables 8 minutes.
- Add garlic and cumin; cook 1 minute.
- Stir in tomatoes; simmer 10 minutes.
- Create 6 wells; crack one egg into each.
- Cover; simmer 8β10 minutes until whites set.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Recipe 8: Stir-Fried Eggs with Vegetables ($1.50 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 3 cups mixed vegetables β broccoli, snap peas, carrots
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Cooked rice for serving
- Cost: $1.50/serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in wok; stir-fry vegetables 4 minutes; set aside.
- Add remaining oil; scramble eggs; set aside.
- Return vegetables to wok.
- Add garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Return eggs; toss everything together.
- Serve over rice.
Recipe 9: Baked Eggs in Avocado ($1.80 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 2)
- 2 avocados
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh cilantro
- Cost: $1.80/serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425Β°F.
- Cut avocados in half; scoop out a small center portion.
- Place avocado halves in a baking dish.
- Crack one egg into each avocado center.
- Sprinkle cheese and seasonings.
- Bake 12β15 minutes until eggs set to desired doneness.
- Garnish with cilantro.
Recipe 10: Frittata with Ham and Cheese ($1.90 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 8 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1.5 cups ham, diced
- 1 cup cheese, shredded
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper
- Cost: $1.90/serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F.
- Heat butter in oven-safe skillet; sautΓ© onion 2 minutes.
- Add ham; cook 2 minutes.
- Whisk eggs with milk; pour into skillet.
- Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Cook on stovetop 2 minutes.
- Transfer to oven; bake 12β15 minutes until set.
- Slice into wedges and serve.
Recipe 11: Egg Noodle Casserole ($2.10 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1.5 cups ham or bacon, cooked
- 1 cup cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Salt and pepper
- Cost: $2.10/serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F.
- Cook noodles according to package directions; drain.
- Whisk eggs with milk; season with salt and pepper.
- Mix noodles, ham, and cheese in baking dish.
- Pour egg mixture over.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter; sprinkle on top.
- Bake 35β40 minutes until golden and set.
Recipe 12: Egg Steak with Vegetables ($2.45 per serving)
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 8 oz ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley
- Cost: $2.45/serving
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in large skillet; brown ground beef, breaking apart; drain excess fat.
- Remove beef; set aside.
- Add remaining oil; sautΓ© onion and vegetables 5 minutes.
- Return beef to skillet.
- Pour beaten eggs over everything.
- Stir gently until eggs are set, about 5 minutes.
- Season with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Conclusion
Eggs offer remarkable versatility for every meal of the day β from a 5-minute scramble to a baked casserole that feeds six. At just $0.20 per egg, they remain one of the smartest ingredients you can keep stocked at all times. Whether you’re cooking for one or meal prepping for the week, there’s an egg recipe here for every occasion, skill level, and appetite.