Tuna Omelet With Cream Cheese Recipe

Name: Tuna Omelet With Cream Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup cooked tuna (canned works great); mayonnaise, to taste; 1/2 small onion, sliced and carmelized; 1 -2 tablespoon cream cheese; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons cream or 2 tablespoons milk; butter, for cooking omelet; other cheese (grated) (optional); black olives (sliced or chopped) (optional); dill or other herbs (optional); garlic powder (optional); onion powder (optional); salt (optional); pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup cooked tuna (canned works great)
mayonnaise, to taste
1/2 small onion, sliced and carmelized
1 -2 tablespoon cream cheese
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons cream or 2 tablespoons milk
butter, for cooking omelet
other cheese (grated) (optional)
black olives (sliced or chopped) (optional)
dill or other herbs (optional)
garlic powder (optional)
onion powder (optional)
salt (optional)
pepper (optional)

1
Mix tuna with mayo as you would for a sandwich.
2
Beat eggs with milk in a small bowl.
3
Melt butter in omelet pan then add egg mixture.
4
Prepare omelet as usual, lifting the edges to allow liquid to run underneath for even cooking.
5
When eggs are set to desired preference, place tuna mixture, onions, cream cheese (in small blobs or thin slices) on one half of eggs.
6
Add options at this time, or save for garnish.
7
Fold omelet.
8
Cover and remove from heat and allow to stand until cheese is soft and filling is warm.
9
You may also warm tuna filling in microwave before adding it, or skip folding your omelet and place under broiler.
10
Garnish and serve.

209

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup cooked tuna (canned works great), mayonnaise, to taste, 1/2 small onion, sliced and carmelized, 1 -2 tablespoon cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Tuna Omelet With Cream Cheese falls under the Seafood 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.

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Tuna Omelet With Cream Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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