Spinach Souffle Brunch Potatoes
Description
These Spinach Souffle Brunch Potatoes are a comforting and elegant way to start your day. The dish features tender, fluffed Idaho potatoes served in their skins, loaded with a savory mixture of diced ham and thawed spinach. Topped with melted Parmesan cheese and a touch of butter, this recipe balances earthy greens with salty, rich flavors. It is an excellent choice for weekend brunches or a light lunch. The preparation is simple and quick, making it accessible for busy mornings without sacrificing homemade quality. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.Ingredients
Directions
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Remove the frozen spinach from its foil packaging and place it in a shallow microwave-safe baking dish.
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Microwave the spinach on Medium power for 4 to 5 minutes, or until thawed and easily breakable, rotating the dish halfway through cooking.
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Stir the diced ham into the thawed spinach mixture.
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Cover the dish loosely with plastic wrap and microwave on High for 4 to 5 minutes, or until heated through, stirring once during cooking.
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While the spinach mixture heats, cut the baked potatoes in half lengthwise.
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Fluff the inside of each potato half with a fork and season lightly with salt.
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Top each potato half with the hot spinach and ham mixture.
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Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the topping and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 6.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 22.4mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.0g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 0.8g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a vegan version, omit the ham and Parmesan cheese, and use margarine instead of butter. You can substitute nutritional yeast for the Parmesan to add a cheesy flavor.
If using fresh spinach, blanch it first and squeeze out excess water before mixing with the ham to prevent a watery topping.
Ensure potatoes are fully baked before cutting to ensure they are fluffy inside. You can bake them ahead of time and reheat in the microwave for a few seconds before fluffing.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave to avoid drying out the potatoes.
