Ready to start your morning with more protein, more veggies, and more deliciousness? You need this cottage cheese omelette in your life. We’re talking 20 grams of protein AND a full serving of veggies in each omelette. This easy omelette recipe comes together quickly enough to enjoy even on busy days. It also helps you get in some veggies, and we all need more of those!
Here’s what you’ll need
All about the protein here! Eggs have healthy fats in the yolks and I go with a low fat cottage cheese to balance things out.
Egg Base: Eggs are one of the cheapest complete proteins there are, making them economical and tasty. Mix them with a bit of milk, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and you will have a very tasty bite. Baby Spinach: Nutrient-packed spinach is such an easy way to get iron into your diet. Cottage Cheese: Low in fat as well as lactose, cottage cheese is easy to digest and high in protein.
it’s easy to make
The key to making a great omelet is a great nonstick skillet. If you’ve ever been frustrated by your eggs sticking to the pan, look into getting a new one (I love my GreenPans!). Step 1: Beat The EggsCrack your eggs into a small bowl and add milk. Step 2: Wilt The SpinachAdd olive oil to the skillet and then handfuls of spinach. Cook until spinach wilts down. It’ll only take about a minute! Once wilted, distribute spinach evenly around the bottom of the pan. Step 3: Add The EggAllow the bottom of the eggs to slightly set, 2 to 3 minutes. With a spatula, gently push an edge of the egg up while tilting the pan to allow the liquidy egg on top to flow underneath. Step 4: Fold The OmeletteSpoon cottage cheese onto one side of the omelette, allowing it to warm up slightly. Fold the omelette in half or into thirds.
Omelette tips
Folding An Omelette: The easiest way I have found to fold an omelette is to slide half of the omelette out of the pan and halfway onto a plate, then fold the remaining half over itself! Spice It Up: A couple of quick dashes of hot sauce take this to the next level. Low And Slow: Don’t heat your skillet too high. You want your eggs just set so they have the perfect texture. Feed A Crowd: Feeding a crowd? I’d recommend making this omelet in a sheet pan instead.
Omelette Variations
Add more veggies like onions, garlic, and peppers. Spice it up with a couple of quick dashes of hot sauce to take this to the next level. Go for umami by adding sauteed mushrooms and parmesan.
Breakfast (pairings) of Champions
Eggplant Bacon: Bacon? Yup. That’s usually a great pairing for an omelette, which is why I love serving this alongside smoky eggplant bacon. 5 Healthy Toast Toppings: Toast is also an exceptional side dish for eggs. The crunchy bread is the perfect contrast to creamy eggs. Homemade Vegan Sausage: If you’re not into bacon, sausage is another stellar side dish for eggs.
