Benefits: Lycopene from tomatoes and vitamin E from spinach protect skin from oxidative stress, while eggs support collagen and hormone balance. Goat cheese adds skin-supportive calcium and probiotics.
Skin Concern: Premature aging, stress-related skin dullness
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Bake Time: 20 minutes | Serves: 2
Ingredients:
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4 eggs
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2 medium tomatoes, halved and hollowed
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½ cup baby spinach, chopped
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2 tbsp goat cheese
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1 tsp olive oil
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Salt, pepper, and dried oregano
Instructions:
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Prep Tomatoes: Preheat oven to 375°F. Scoop out tomato centers and place them in a baking dish.
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Sauté Spinach: Lightly wilt spinach in olive oil for 1–2 minutes.
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Assemble: Add wilted spinach and a spoonful of goat cheese to each tomato. Crack an egg on top. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes until egg whites are just set.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or microgreens.
Shopping Tips:
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Tomatoes: Use vine-ripened or heirloom tomatoes for more flavor and lycopene.
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Goat Cheese: Choose organic, plain chèvre for mild, creamy texture.
Cooking Tips:
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Make it richer: Add chopped olives or sun-dried tomatoes to the filling.
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Meal prep: Bake in muffin tins for grab-and-go options.
These egg cups are rich in skin-protective antioxidants and glow-giving nutrients.
