Healthier Hearty Omelet Recipe

Name: Healthier Hearty Omelet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 2 large egg whites; 1 1/2 oz. turkey ham; 1 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley; 1/4 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. canola oil; 1/4 c. diced onion; 1/2 c. frozen diced potatoes; 1 tsp. unsalted butter; 1 oz. shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese (1/4 cup); 2 tbsp. fat-free sour cream (optional)

Servings: persons

2 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 1/2 oz. turkey ham
1 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. canola oil
1/4 c. diced onion
1/2 c. frozen diced potatoes
1 tsp. unsalted butter
1 oz. shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese (1/4 cup)
2 tbsp. fat-free sour cream (optional)

1
In a bowl, whisk eggs, whites, turkey ham, parsley, and salt.
2
In an 8-inch nonstick skillet or omelet pan, heat 1 teaspoon of the oil over medium heat.
3
Add onions and cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Add remaining oil, then add potatoes and cook, covered, stirring every few minutes until potatoes start to brown, about 5 to 6 minutes.
5
Transfer mixture to a plate.
6
In the same skillet, heat butter over medium heat, until just hot enough for a drop of water to sizzle.
7
Pour in egg mixture; it should set immediately at the edges.
8
Tilt pan to let uncooked egg run onto the hot skillet.
9
Continue to cook until surface of omelet is no longer liquid.
10
Place onion mixture across center of omelet.
11
Top with 2 tablespoons of the cheese.
12
Fold egg in half over the filling and transfer to a plate.
13
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
14
Serve with a mixed green salad and sour cream, if desired.
15
Makes one omelet; repeat to make enough for the whole family!

268

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large eggs, 2 large egg whites, 1 1/2 oz. turkey ham, 1 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley, and more.

Yes, Healthier Hearty Omelet falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Healthier Hearty Omelet

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