Eggs Florentine

Eggs Florentine is a classic brunch dish featuring poached eggs served on a toasted English muffin, topped with sautéed spinach and rich hollandaise sauce. It's a variation of Eggs Benedict, substituting the traditional ham or bacon with spinach, and is believed to have been popularized in early 20th-century American or European cuisine.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in fat and protein, with minimal carbs, thanks to the eggs and hollandaise sauce. A typical serving provides key nutrients like vitamin K, iron, and B vitamins, and ranges from 400 to 600 calories depending on portion sizes and sauce richness.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	430 kcal
Protein	21 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	27 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	780 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg RAE
Vitamin D	2.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	1.5 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.5 mg
Folate	120 mcg DFE
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Selenium	28 mcg

Per 1 serving (2 eggs, 1 English muffin, 1/2 cup spinach, 2 tbsp Hollandaise, ~280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Eggs Florentine reflects the influence of French cooking techniques on American brunch culture, while nutritionally, the spinach adds a boost of fiber and antioxidants that balance the indulgent elements of the dish.