Light Italian Feta Omelet
Start your day with the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition with this Light Italian Feta Omelet! Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like creamy feta cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil, this recipe transforms a classic breakfast dish into an elegant and wholesome delight. Fluffy eggs are whisked with a touch of milk for extra lightness, while sautéed spinach adds a nutritious boost. The addition of olive oil enhances the richness, and the whole dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings. Whether you're looking for a quick, protein-packed breakfast or a satisfying brunch option, this Italian twist on the traditional omelet will leave your taste buds singing. Perfect for one serving but easy to scale, this is a go-to recipe for lovers of light, fresh, and flavorful cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 50 grams feta cheese
- 6 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 6 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and whisk them thoroughly with the milk, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
Chop the cherry tomatoes into halves and set aside. Roughly chop the spinach and basil leaves.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly.
Add the chopped spinach and cook for another minute until it begins to wilt.
Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, tilting the pan gently to spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the feta cheese evenly over the top of the omelet.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the eggs are set and the cheese has softened.
Gently slide the omelet onto a plate and top with fresh basil leaves for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Light Italian Feta Omelet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 601 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 1779 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
