Pesto Omelet
Elevate your breakfast with this vibrant and flavorful Pesto Omelet, a delightful twist on the classic morning staple. Featuring fluffy whisked eggs enriched with a touch of creamy milk, this dish gets a gourmet upgrade with the bold, herbaceous flavor of pesto and gooey, melty mozzarella cheese. Cooked to golden perfection in butter, the omelet folds into a cheesy, pesto-filled half-moon that’s as satisfying as it is beautiful. Garnished with fresh basil leaves for an optional touch of freshness, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for a busy morning or a lazy weekend brunch. With its incredible combination of textures and flavors, this pesto omelet is sure to become your new favorite way to start the day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoons Pesto
- 0.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and add the milk, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk the mixture vigorously until it is well blended and slightly frothy.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Allow the butter to melt completely and coat the pan evenly.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Tilt the pan gently to spread the eggs into an even layer.
Let the eggs cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly runny.
Spoon the pesto over one half of the omelet and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the same half.
Using a spatula, carefully fold the other half of the omelet over the pesto and cheese to create a half-moon shape. Press gently to help seal the edges.
Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the omelet is cooked through but still tender.
Slide the omelet onto a serving plate and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 1430 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 332 mg | 7% | |
*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.
