Ingredients
Goat Cheese Spread
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
For the Sandwiches
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 ounces spinach
- 4 English muffins, halved and toasted
- 4 tomato slices
- Thinly sliced red onion (quantity as desired)
- Avocado slices, optional
- Microgreens or sunflower sprouts, optional
- Hot sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Make the goat cheese spread: In a small bowl, stir together the goat cheese, chopped fresh chives, extra-virgin olive oil, grated garlic, and onion powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Set aside while preparing the eggs.
- Prepare the eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and ¼ teaspoon sea salt until fully blended.
- Cook the spinach: Heat 2 teaspoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and a pinch of salt, tossing occasionally, until the spinach is just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Make the omelet: Spread the wilted spinach evenly across the bottom of the pan and reduce heat to medium-low. Pour in beaten eggs and cook without stirring until the edges start to set, approximately 30 seconds. Gently run a spatula around the edges, tilting the pan so uncooked egg runs underneath. Repeat this technique until the eggs are mostly set, then fold the omelet into thirds, forming a long rectangular shape. Cook for another 30 seconds or until fully set. Remove from the pan and slice crosswise into four rectangular pieces.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the goat cheese mixture generously on each half of the toasted English muffins. On the bottom halves, place one omelet slice, followed by a slice of tomato, thinly sliced red onion, avocado slices (if using), and microgreens or sunflower sprouts (if using). Close the sandwiches with the top muffin halves.
- Serve and enjoy: Offer hot sauce on the side for added spice and serve immediately.
- Make ahead option: To prepare sandwiches in advance, assemble fully without avocado and microgreens. Wrap each sandwich in foil and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, remove foil, wrap sandwich in a clean kitchen towel, and microwave for 2 minutes. Let stand for 1 minute, then add avocado and microgreens if desired. Serve with hot sauce.
Notes
- Omitting avocado and microgreens is recommended for freezing as they can become soggy after reheating.
- Fresh chives in the goat cheese spread add a subtle onion flavor but can be omitted or substituted with green onions.
- Adjust salt quantity to your taste, especially if serving with salted hot sauce.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute goat cheese with a plant-based spread.
- The folded rectangular omelet shape makes it easy to portion evenly for sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
