Published on July 3, 2012

Vegetable Omelet

This delicious egg-based recipe can be enjoyed for breakfast or dinner. It's an excellent choice as it's rich in protein and contains a variety of vegetables, making it a perfect alternative if you're watching your figure…

Vegetable Omelet

This delicious egg-based recipe can be enjoyed for breakfast or dinner. It’s an excellent choice as it’s rich in protein and contains a variety of vegetables, making it a perfect alternative if you’re watching your figure.

Approximate nutritional value per serving:

  • Calories: 210 kcal.

  • Grams of fat: 14 g.

  • Grams of carbohydrates: 8 g.

  • Grams of protein: 16 g.

Ingredients needed for this recipe:

  • 1/4 cup chives

  • 1/4 cup bell pepper

  • 1/4 cup zucchini

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/4 cup Gouda cheese

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Note: If you want to reduce the fat content of this recipe, you can use only 2 egg whites.

Preparation:

  • Heat the skillet over medium heat.

  • Cut all the vegetables into small pieces. (If desired, you can add others such as onion, spinach, etc.)

  • Using cooking spray, spray the skillet and add the vegetables, sauté them and stir occasionally.

  • While the vegetables are cooking, combine the 2 eggs, cheese, a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.

  • Remove the vegetables from the skillet once they are golden, spray the skillet again and add the egg mixture.

  • Tilt the skillet so the egg distributes evenly, let it rest for a few seconds, then add the vegetables until cooking is complete.

  • Using a spatula, lift one side of the egg and fold toward the center, repeat the same with the other side.

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Enjoy your meal!

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