Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict is a classic American brunch dish consisting of two halves of an English muffin, each topped with Canadian bacon (or ham), a poached egg, and rich Hollandaise sauce. The dish is celebrated for its luxurious combination of textures and flavors, from the runny yolk to the creamy sauce. It is widely considered a staple of upscale breakfast and lunch menus across the United States.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is notably high in fat and protein, primarily from the egg yolks, butter in the Hollandaise, and the Canadian bacon, while being relatively low in carbohydrates from the English muffin. A typical serving provides significant amounts of vitamins A, D, and B12, along with choline from the eggs, and generally ranges from 500 to 750 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	540 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	26 g
Fat	38 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	820 mg
Vitamin A	450 µg
Vitamin D	2.1 µg
Vitamin B12	1.8 µg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg
Selenium	42 µg
Choline	230 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Iron	3.2 mg

Per 1 serving (2 pieces, approx. 220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Eggs Benedict is a quintessential example of American brunch fare, often associated with leisure and indulgence. Nutritionally, the Hollandaise sauce is a classic emulsion of egg yolks and butter, making it a calorie-dense source of fat-soluble vitamins, which contrasts with the lean protein from the poached egg and Canadian bacon.