Keto Sausage Egg Spinach (Printable)

Savory bake combining sausage, eggs, and spinach for a filling low-carb start to the day.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb ground pork sausage, sugar-free and keto-friendly

→ Vegetables

02 - 5 oz fresh spinach, roughly chopped
03 - 1 small onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

→ Eggs

07 - 10 large eggs

→ Fats & Oils

08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - Butter or nonstick cooking spray for greasing

→ Seasonings

10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
03 - Add ground sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until completely browned and cooked through.
04 - Stir in chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Remove skillet from heat and allow mixture to cool slightly.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, sea salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until well combined.
06 - Fold the sausage-spinach mixture into the egg mixture, then fold in shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
07 - Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
08 - Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
09 - Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, or cool completely and refrigerate for meal preparation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Completely keto and gluten-free — only 3 g of carbohydrates per serving, with no hidden sugars when you choose a sugar-free sausage.
  • Meal prep friendly — bake once and enjoy a nourishing breakfast for up to four days straight.
  • Packed with protein — 20 g of protein per slice keeps you full and energized all morning long.
  • Simple, everyday ingredients — ground pork sausage, eggs, spinach, cheddar, and a handful of pantry staples are all you need.
  • Easy and forgiving — rated easy difficulty, this bake is perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike.
02 -
  • Cool the sausage mixture slightly before stirring it into the eggs to prevent them from scrambling prematurely.
  • Use fresh spinach rather than frozen to avoid excess moisture making the bake watery.
  • Check doneness carefully — the center should be fully set with no jiggle when you gently shake the dish.
  • Read sausage labels — look for sugar-free, keto-friendly options to keep carbs as low as possible.
  • Line your dish with parchment paper in addition to greasing for the easiest cleanup and slicing.
  • Slice into neat portions after cooling for 5 minutes and store individually for effortless grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.
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