Best Vegetarian Omelette Recipe
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
1 omelette
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Calories
264 kcal
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Course
Breakfast
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Cuisine
International
Best Vegetarian Omelette Recipe
Description
The Best Vegetarian Omelette combines large eggs with chopped fresh vegetables—red pepper, cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach—and grated cheddar cheese. The eggs are beaten with salt and pepper, then poured into a buttered pan to cook over medium heat. Once the edges begin to set but the top remains slightly runny, the cheese and vegetables are added. Flipping the omelette cooks the second side briefly, preserving the tenderness inside while gently browning the outside.
The resulting omelette balances the richness of eggs and cheese with the sweetness and slight crispness of red pepper and tomatoes, alongside wilted spinach. It yields a lightly firm yet moist texture, making it versatile for a quick, nutritious meal.
To prepare this omelette successfully, use a good non-stick pan and a small amount of butter or oil to prevent sticking. Avoid overcrowding with fillings to enable easy flipping and even cooking. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 egg large
- ¼ red pepper 2 tablespoon chopped pepper, chopped
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese 30 g, grated
- spinach a few leaves, fresh, baby
- 2 tomato 2 tablespoon chopped tomatoes, cherry, chopped
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter ( 15 g)
Instructions
- Cut the cherry tomatoes, red pepper and spinach leaves.
- Melt the butter in the frying pan.
- Beat the eggs with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the mixture to the pan and spread it out evenly. When it starts to firm up, but still has a bit of raw on top, add grated cheese and also the cherry tomatoes, spinach, and red pepper.
- Using a spatula, ease the edges and quickly turn it over onto the other side.
- The other side will cook a lot quicker, it only needs about 1-2 minutes.
- When it is done, place a large plate on top of the pan and flip the omelette as fast as you can.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a good quality non-stick pan to prevent the omelette from sticking and ensure a smooth surface.
- Lightly grease the pan with a small amount of butter or oil to aid in cooking and flipping.
- Avoid adding too many fillings to make flipping easier and to cook the omelette evenly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1omelette
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 264kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 360mg | 120% |
| Sodium | 314mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 258mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1856IU | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 253mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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