why make this recipe
This omelette is fast, healthy, and tasty. It uses simple ingredients you likely have at home. You can make it in about 10 minutes. It fills you up and starts the day well.
introduction
This Spinach & Cheese Omelette is an easy breakfast you can make any morning. It cooks quickly and tastes fresh. For another quick meal idea, see the easy avocado grilled cheese recipe.
how to make Spinach & Cheese Omelette
Follow the Directions below step by step. Keep the heat medium so the eggs cook evenly. Add the cheese near the end so it melts inside. Fold gently and serve with sliced tomato.
Ingredients :
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 onion, 2 cups fresh spinach, 3 cage-free organic eggs, 1 slice havarti cheese, 1 tomato, pinch sea salt, pinch black pepper
Directions :
Finely mince 3 cloves of garlic, finely dice 1/2 of an onion, reserve 2 cups of fresh spinach and crack 3 eggs into a bowl, season with sea salt & black pepper and whisk together until well combined, Heat a nonstick fry pan with a medium heat and add in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, after 2 minutes add in the diced onions and minced garlics, mix with the olive oil, after 3 minutes add in the 2 cups of fresh spinach and continue to mix, once the spinach has welted (about 2 minutes), season everything with a kiss of sea salt and some freshly cracked black pepper, quickly mix together and then pour in the egg mixture, after 1 minute run a spatula through the outer edges, to ensure the omelette is not sticking, after 2 minutes add in a slice of cheese and fold the omelette together, cook for 30 seconds and then flip the omelette, cook for another 30 seconds, transfer to a serving dish next to some sliced tomatoes, enjoy!
how to serve Spinach & Cheese Omelette
Serve hot on a plate with sliced tomato. Add a little extra black pepper if you like. You can also serve with toast or a light salad.
how to store Spinach & Cheese Omelette
Cool the omelette to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a low pan or microwave until warm.
tips to make Spinach & Cheese Omelette
- Use a nonstick pan for easy flipping.
- Keep heat at medium to avoid browning too fast.
- Add the cheese just before folding so it melts well.
- Use fresh spinach for best texture.
- Whisk the eggs well for a fluffy omelette.
variation (if any)
- Add chopped mushrooms or bell peppers with the onion.
- Use feta or cheddar instead of havarti.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen spinach?
A: Yes. Thaw and squeeze out extra water before adding to the pan.
Q: Can I make this with egg whites only?
A: Yes. Use egg whites and cook a little longer at lower heat.
Q: How do I stop the omelette from sticking?
A: Use enough oil and a good nonstick pan. Let the pan heat before adding ingredients.
Q: Can I add herbs?
A: Yes. Fresh parsley or chives work well if you like extra flavor.
Spinach & Cheese Omelette
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A fast, healthy, and tasty omelette loaded with fresh spinach and melty cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 onion
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cage-free organic eggs
- 1 slice havarti cheese
- 1 tomato
- Pinch sea salt
- Pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Finely mince 3 cloves of garlic and finely dice 1/2 of an onion.
- Reserve 2 cups of fresh spinach.
- Crack 3 eggs into a bowl, season with sea salt and black pepper, and whisk until well combined.
- Heat a nonstick fry pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
- After 2 minutes, add the diced onions and minced garlic and mix with the olive oil.
- After 3 minutes, add the fresh spinach and continue to mix.
- Once the spinach has wilted (about 2 minutes), season with sea salt and black pepper.
- Quickly mix the ingredients and pour in the egg mixture.
- After 1 minute, run a spatula through the outer edges to ensure the omelette isn’t sticking.
- After 2 minutes, add the slice of cheese and fold the omelette.
- Cook for 30 seconds before flipping the omelette, then cook for another 30 seconds.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve with sliced tomatoes.
Notes
Use a nonstick pan for easy flipping. Keep heat at medium to avoid browning too fast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
