Eggs in a Jar (Low-Carb Breakfast To-Go)
Looking for an easy to go that fits your eggs in a jar routine? This eggs in a jar is naturally low-carb, gluten-free and grain-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite low-carb recipes for anyone cutting carbs or following a keto or low-carb diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized. With just 1 g of carbs per serving, it fits easily into your daily carb budget.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 15 minutes cook
- Servings: 2
- Carbs: 1 g per serving
- Diet: Low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 200 g mushrooms
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 tbsp chives, chopped
- 4 eggs
- 15 g coconut oil
Instructions
- Heat 2 sealable jars in a water bath: fill a pot with enough water so the jars stand halfway in it.
- Melt 15 g coconut oil in a skillet. Meanwhile, chop the bacon and mushrooms small and sauté with the chives in the coconut oil.
- Divide the mushroom mixture between the jars and crack 2 eggs into each, like fried eggs.
- Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes in the water bath, until the eggs reach your desired consistency.
Tips & Variations
The water bath gives you perfectly tender, evenly cooked eggs. Seal and go!
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe keeps carbohydrates low — just 1 g per serving — while delivering plenty of healthy fats and protein. Keeping carbs moderate helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels, which makes weight loss easier and prevents the energy crashes and cravings that come with high-carb meals. It’s also naturally gluten-free and grain-free, making it a great choice for anyone with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really low-carb?
Yes. Eggs in a Jar contains just 1 g of carbs per serving — well within even a strict keto budget.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 2.
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