Plain omelette

Plain omelette: soft in the middle or cooked through, it’s the ultimate quick meal, ready in 5 minutes. Cheap, high in protein and endlessly adaptable, it saves the day at lunch or dinner.

Prep: 3 min  |  Cook: 5 min  |  Serves: 2  |  Difficulty: Easy

Calculated per serving from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, using the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, whole items) use average weights. 158 kcal · 13 g protein · 0 g carbohydrate · 12 g fat

Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp butter or oil
• salt pepper
• a few herbs (optional)

Method

1. Beat the eggs with the salt and pepper.
2. Heat the butter in a frying pan.
3. Pour in the eggs and draw the edges towards the centre with a spatula.
4. Fold the omelette while it’s still soft in the middle (or cook it longer if you prefer).

Nutritional benefits

An omelette is a quick, inexpensive source of complete protein. Filled with vegetables or herbs, it makes a light, balanced meal. Use very little fat and a non-stick pan to keep it lighter.

Variations and swaps

• With mushrooms, cheese, ham.
• With fines herbes.
• With vegetables (frittata-style).
• Egg whites only (lighter).

Storage and making ahead

Best eaten freshly cooked; you can have it cold in a sandwich the next day.

💡 Good to know

Cook over a medium heat and take it off when the centre is still glossy: the omelette finishes setting on the plate and stays soft.

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The foods in this recipe: eggs · butter · oil · salt · pepper.