Quick herb omelette

A soft, creamy herb omelette: the ultimate quick meal, ready in 8 minutes. High in protein and low in carbohydrate, it is a lifesaver for a light, tasty dinner.

Preparation: 3 min  |  Cooking: 5 min  |  Servings: 1  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Estimate per serving: 240 kcal · 18 g protein · 2 g carbohydrate · 18 g fat

Ingredients

• 3 eggs
• 1 bunch of mixed fresh herbs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• salt, pepper

Method

1. Beat the eggs with the herbs, salt and pepper.
2. Heat the oil in a frying pan.
3. Pour in the eggs and stir for the first few seconds.
4. Fold the omelette while it is still soft in the middle.

Nutritional benefits

Eggs are a filling, inexpensive source of complete protein with almost no carbohydrate, ideal for a low-carb meal. Fresh herbs add freshness and flavour without calories. The perfect emergency dinner: quick, balanced and cheap.

Variations and substitutions

• With grated or soft cheese.
• With mushrooms, spinach or tomatoes.
• With ham for extra protein.
• As a rolled Japanese-style omelette.

Storage and making ahead

Eat straight away: omelettes do not reheat well.

💡 Good to know

Take the omelette off the heat while it is still slightly runny: the residual heat finishes the cooking and keeps it tender.

See also

Discover more vegetarian recipes · high-protein recipes · keto & low-carb recipes · gluten-free recipes.

Foods in this recipe: eggs · olive oil · salt · pepper.

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