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Spinach and Mushroom Veggie Omelet
When you need a fast, protein-packed breakfast, this colorful folded egg dish hits the spot. Fresh spinach, sweet red bell peppers, and earthy mushrooms sauté quickly before being tucked inside a tender, golden exterior. A sprinkle of cheddar cheese melts perfectly into the warm filling, tying all the savory flavors together. It's a simple, satisfying way to start your morning right.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive or vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped onion
- ¼ cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh baby spinach leaves, rinsed
- ½ cup fat-free egg product or 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- 1Heat the oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped red bell pepper, onion, and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion softens.
- 2Toss the fresh baby spinach into the skillet. Stir continuously just until the leaves wilt, then transfer the cooked vegetables to a small bowl.
- 3Whisk the eggs or egg product with the water in a medium bowl until fully combined. The water creates steam as the eggs cook, making them fluffier. Return the skillet to medium-high heat and pour the egg mixture into the pan.
- 4Slide the pan rapidly back and forth over the heat. Use a silicone spatula to continuously stir and spread the eggs across the bottom of the skillet as they begin to thicken.
- 5Allow the eggs to sit undisturbed over the heat for a few seconds so the bottom lightly browns. Don't overcook them here, as the residual heat will finish setting the center once folded.
- 6Spoon the cooked vegetable mixture onto one half of the eggs and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Fold the empty half over the filling with your spatula, then gently slide it onto a plate.
Notes
- Swap: You can easily substitute the spinach for kale or Swiss chard, just cook it a minute longer to soften.
- Cheese options: Feta, goat cheese, or Monterey Jack work beautifully in place of the cheddar.
- Prep ahead: Chop your bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms the night before to save time in the morning.