Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Omelette
Start your day with the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition with this Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Omelette. Crafted with fluffy egg whites, lean ham, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and vibrant veggies like spinach, red bell peppers, and green onions, this recipe is designed to support a healthy lifestyle without compromising on taste. With a quick 20-minute prep and cook time, this protein-packed breakfast is ideal for busy mornings or when you need an energizing meal that’s low in fat and full of essential nutrients. Lightly seasoned with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, and topped with melted cheese, every bite is a savory delight. Serve warm and enjoy a guilt-free comfort food experience that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfect for anyone seeking a heart-healthy breakfast option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large egg whites
- 3 ounces lean ham
- 0.5 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 cup spinach
- 0.5 medium red bell pepper
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Chop the lean ham into small, bite-sized pieces. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and chop the green onions finely.
In a medium bowl, whisk the egg whites together until slightly frothy. Add the salt and black pepper to the egg whites and mix well.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the green onions and red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the lean ham to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until it is warmed through.
Add the spinach to the skillet and stir for about 1 minute until the spinach is wilted.
Pour the egg whites evenly over the ham and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until the eggs start to set.
Sprinkle the reduced-fat cheddar cheese across the omelette. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the omelette cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the egg whites are fully set.
Carefully slide the omelette onto a plate, folding it in half as you do so. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2744 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 70.9 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 918 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
