Spicy Zucchini Omelet Recipe

Name: Spicy Zucchini Omelet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons purple onions, finely diced; 1/2 cup fresh zucchini, shredded (squeeze tightly to remove moisture); 6 eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons cold water; 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 3 tablespoons salsa; sour cream (optional for serving)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons purple onions, finely diced
1/2 cup fresh zucchini, shredded (squeeze tightly to remove moisture)
6 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons cold water
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons salsa
sour cream (optional for serving)

1
Spray a skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heat on medium heat.
2
Saute the onion and zucchini for a few minutes to soften, but not brown them.
3
Meanwhile, add the water, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper to the eggs and lightly beat to combine.
4
Pour egg mixture into skillet, over the onion and zucchini mixture, give it all a quick stir and then allow it to cook gently, untouched, for about 3 minutes.
5
Using a rubber spatula, gently lift egg around the edges, pushing slightly in toward the center, to allow the uncooked egg to flow underneath.
6
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook about 3-4 minutes, or until the top is mostly set.
7
Pour the salsa in a straight line from one end of the omelet to the other, just off center.
8
Gently pick up the opposite side of the omelet with your spatula and quickly fold it over onto the salsa.
9
Serve with sour cream and additional salsa.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons purple onions, finely diced, 1/2 cup fresh zucchini, shredded (squeeze tightly to remove moisture), 6 eggs, lightly beaten, 2 tablespoons cold water, and more.

Yes, Spicy Zucchini 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.

Spicy Zucchini Omelet

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