High Protein Chorizo Omelette
Fuel your day with this High Protein Chorizo Omelette, a hearty and flavorful dish packed with protein and vibrant vegetables. Featuring crispy chorizo sausage, sautéed red bell peppers, onions, and spinach, this recipe combines bold smoky flavors with wholesome ingredients for a balanced meal. Fluffy eggs and egg whites create a perfect base, while melted cheddar cheese adds a luscious finish. Prepared in less than 30 minutes, this easy skillet recipe is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner. Topped with fresh cilantro, it delivers a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts or anyone looking for a protein-rich option, this chorizo omelette pairs beautifully with a side salad or toast for a complete meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams chorizo sausage
- 4 large eggs
- 2 large egg whites
- 0.5 red bell pepper
- 0.5 onion
- 50 grams spinach leaves
- 50 grams cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Start by chopping the red bell pepper and onion into small, even dices. Slice the chorizo sausage into thin rounds.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the tablespoon of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chorizo slices and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are browned and crispy.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the chorizo, cooking for an additional 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Toss in the spinach leaves and sauté until they are wilted. This should take about 1 minute.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, salt, and black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
Reduce the heat to low and pour the egg mixture over the chorizo and vegetables in the skillet. Let it cook undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to set.
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly over the omelette. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the eggs are fully set and the cheese is melted.
Gently fold the omelette in half using a spatula, then transfer it to a serving plate.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy your high-protein chorizo omelette hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.9 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 868 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 3768 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 69.0 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1036 mg | 22% | |
*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.
