When the boys were little we had Green Eggs for breakfast everyday. I love this dish because it’s great to start the day with a nice dose of green vegetables, and the boys adore how bright these eggs are. Green Eggs are also amazing because they’re a fun food that doesn’t contain any dye, but they still have an electric green color!
Now that the boys are getting older, we still have Green Eggs often, and I make them every St. Patrick’s day so that we can start off the day in the spirit with some good green food!
When I make Green Eggs, I serve them with the Breakfast Sausage on page 31 of my book, Paleo Cooking from Elana’s Pantry and my Dark Rye Bread. If you’re doing a Whole30, these eggs are fantastic for breakfast, but please note, the bread is not a Whole30 recipe, as bread and other baked goods are not allowed on this diet.
- 4 large eggs
- 4 leaves large kale, do not remove stems
- pinch celtic sea salt
- oil of your choice for frying pan
- Place eggs, kale, and salt in vitamix
- Blend on high until smooth
- Heat oil in 8 inch frying pan over medium heat
- Pour egg mixture in pan
- Cook eggs to your preferred doneness
- Serve
We love all the fun of St. Patrick’s Day. We also adore Purim which usually falls around the same time. Click here to check out my incredible gluten-free Raspberry Hamantaschen recipe.
Here are some other gluten-free paleo St. Patrick’s Day recipes!
Joan says
I just had your green eggs, and they were delicious. I made it in my blender using one egg and some egg whites.
Thank you for an additional choice for breakfast.
Everyone of your recipes that I have made get a 100% rating. Keep up the good work.
Elana says
Joan, I’m so glad you enjoyed these Green Eggs and thanks for letting me know that every one of my recipes you’ve made get a 100% rating!
Lindsay says
Hi Elana – Do you think I could make the egg mixture and save in the fridge for subsequent days?
Elana says
Lindsay, I recommend making it fresh each day :-)
melinda says
I made this today, worked fine with 3 smallish kale leaves and 2 eggs. I added one small chopped shallot or small type of red onion– this was fantastic. I scrambled them with a chicken sausage and if I wasnt dieting I am sure the additional Rye bread would of been a lovely complement. Such a simple way to get more greens in the diet, cant believe I have never thought of it. Thanks so much for sharing.
Elana says
Melinda, thanks for letting me know this was fantastic! We love it too :-)
Joe says
Do green eggs go well with ham?
Elana says
Dr. Seuss would definitely say yes!
Eric says
Hi Elana,
Super ready to try some new Hamantaschen recipes. I made your current paleo variety, but subbed organic sugar free cranberries for the currants, which resulted in EVERYONE at my office (GF or not) loving them!!!
Chag Sameach,
Eric
Elana says
Eric, I’m so happy to hear that everyone at your office loved my Hamantaschen!
Lou says
How many does this serve?
Lana says
Hi Elana, can I make these in a regular blender?
Elana says
Lana, I haven’t tried that so not sure if the kale will be completely blended into the eggs with a regular blender :-)
Sara says
If I don’t have a Vitamix, is there another effective way to purée the kale to the right consistency for these since I really want to try them for me and my boys?
Elana says
Sara, I haven’t tried that so not sure :-)
Erica N says
Loved these green eggs! I put salsa on top and they were awesome!
Elana says
Erica, that’s a fantastic idea. Sounds so yummy!
Carli says
I thought these looked so weird that I HAD to try them for myself. Oh my goodness, am I glad that I did!!!!!!!! So delicious! Wow! Thank you!
Elana says
Carlie, I know! They look so weird but taste so good!
Leila says
These are really cool. I want to make a day of entirely green meals, and this will definitely be breakfast.
Also, if you haven’t tried it with ketchup, it’s really worth doing.
Elana says
Thanks Leila!
NotCathy@robostir says
Hi Elana, I am amazed with your post. I never would have thought that just adding a little kale could make them so green! Looks so yummy!
Thanks!
Elana says
Thanks!
marla says
Hey! For some reason I have not had those breakfast sausages. I always purchase nitrate free ones but I will be on the lookout for these. Love the green eggs with kale. Great idea!
Elana says
Thanks Marla!
FabFrugalFood says
I cannot even tell you how this thrills me! I love the idea of green eggs, just never wanted to use any sort of dye. This is going into my breakfast rotation NOW.
Elana says
Yes, green veggies beat green dye any day!
Meghan (Making Love In The Kitchen) says
My boyfriend is currently on a paleo plan + no fruits/sweetener or starchy veg. I think he will be fully in love with this!
Elana says
Thanks Meghan!
Laura Ruby says
When I put Kale in a smoothie – raw – it never bothers my stomach. Also in the Blendtec green soup which never quite gets to boiling, but gets hot. Of course, we don’t all have the same stomachs.
Elana says
Agreed :-)
Amy Hajec says
I’ve done this for years as a way to sneak more greens in. I use 1/2 lb organic spinach, and 1 clove of garlic to hide the taste, and 6 eggs. My husband and I would take turns quoting “Green Eggs & Ham”, and say we make green eggs & cheese. Fun food!
Elana says
Amy, totally fun food :-)
Angie Halten says
When I first saw this recipe I thought it might have had green dye in it but to my surprise and delight you used Kale…a very healthy alternative to this fun St. Patrick’s day breakfast!
Angie.
Elana says
Angie, no dyes used here :-)
Jenny Eliuk @ Stay on Path says
Wow, I never would have thought just adding a little kale could make them so green!
Elana says
Jenny, agreed!
The Teenie Foodie says
Wow what a great idea! Green eggs.. i have never tried this but I will give this a go tomorrow maybe with spinach instead. Thanks so much for sharing this, I’ve been wanting a change for breakfast! I love scrambled eggs and I think ill add some chilli and garlic too…. delicious!
Teenie Foodie
Elana says
Teenie Foodie, you’re welcome!
Kiran says
Kale and eggs?? A must try :)
Elana says
Agreed Kiran!
Cindy says
I will also have to remember this recipe next year on Dr. Seuss’s birthday, March 2nd… my kids cooked green eggs at school by adding food coloring… this recipe would be soooo much healthier!! :)
Elana says
Cindy, so much healthier!
Raj @ Flip Cookbook says
Wow! What a fantastic idea! I’m going to try this the next time I have my color picky eaters visiting :D
Elana says
Thanks Raj! We think it’s pretty fantastic too :-)
c says
people who are sensitive to raw greens (thanks for bringing it up as i was never aware!) can easily steam/boil or cook the greens in the way they prefer and blend them with the eggs. i imagine you would wring out the excess moisture beforehand.
jillian says
had to laugh…many years ago my sister made my nephews,,then in 1st and 2nd grade..green eggs and ham for breakfast. they must have shared this at school, because soon a social worker came to check on what was going on in the kitchen at their house.
Elana says
Great story Jillian!
KellyBelly says
I made your “rye” bread for the 1st time last week- great bread! Nice to have alternatives to bread that are not only GF but also yeast free. Thanks
Elana says
Thanks KellyBelly!
Ali says
Sounds delicious, not sure I can handle the green color though! Can’t wait for your Hamantaschen though!! Made them the other day, and they were a huge hit (well the few that I did not eat myself were ;) YUM!).
Elana says
Thanks Ali!
Katie @ Nourishing Flourishing says
I love the vibrant green! I can’t wait to make hamantaschen. I recently made a batch of raspberry jam — couldn’t have been more perfect timing :)
Elana says
Thanks Katie!
Katie @ Nourishing Flourishing says
This is so lovely! I was explaining Hamantaschen to a group yesterday, but not sure if I did it justice ;)
Elana says
Thanks Katie!
rebecca says
Green Eggs NO Ham :)
Elana says
:-)
Hannah's Harvest says
Elana, I’m leading a 10 Day Green UP! I can’t wait to share this with them for St.Patty’s Day, thank you!
Elana says
You’re welcome Hannah!
Rise Above Gluten says
Looks really nutritious and delicious!
Elana says
Thanks!
Pat says
I’ll have mine with ham! What fun for kids…and healthy too…Thanks Elana
Elana says
You’re welcome Pat!
Shirley @ gfe says
I’ve never had any type of green eggs, but ones made with kale seem right up my alley. ;-) Now I want green eggs and ham and my mint chocolate chip ice cream … although not together. LOL
xo,
Shirley
Elana says
Thanks Shirley!
KateB says
I now have Dr seuss in my head: “I do not like them, Sam I am!” A Fun St Pats recipe.
p.s. I think a typo-serving with skinless “breakfast links”? :)
KateB says
oh, they really are called ‘breakfast links’! just learnt something today:)
Elana says
:-)