Asparagus Omelet

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Asparagus Omelet
45 min.
6
168kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your breakfast game, or perhaps make a delightful brunch dish that will impress your friends and family, our Gluten-Free Asparagus Omelet is just what you need. This delectable omelet is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients that will energize your morning. With tender asparagus and crispy bacon mingling with fluffy eggs, it presents a symphony of flavors and textures that you'll crave again and again.

This recipe serves six, making it perfect for Sunday brunch gatherings or a leisurely weekday breakfast when you want to treat yourself. The balance of protein from the eggs and bacon, along with the vitamins from the asparagus and green onions, makes this omelet a wholesome choice to kick-start your day. Plus, the addition of finely grated Parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory depth that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this culinary masterpiece that is not only gluten-free but also a delight for the eyes. Serve it in wedges, allowing everyone to enjoy this delicious dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a breakfast novice, you'll love how simple and satisfying this Asparagus Omelet is. So grab your skillet, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces asparagus cut into 1/3-inch pieces
  • slices bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • large eggs 
  •  green onions thinly sliced (white parts only)
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Steam asparagus until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain.
  3. Whisk eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in large bowl to blend well. Sauté bacon pieces in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add sliced green onions and sauté until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add cooked asparagus; sauté until heated through. Reduce heat to medium.
  6. Spread asparagus mixture in single layer in skillet.
  7. Pour egg mixture over asparagus. Cook until eggs are very softly set, tilting skillet, gently running rubber spatula around edges and allowing uncooked egg portion to flow underneath, about 4 minutes. Tilt skillet and slide omelet out onto plate, folding omelet in half.
  8. Cut omelet into wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein26.06%
Fat65.14%
Carbs8.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
0.4
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.068695441536%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
2.69mg
Kaempferol
0.77mg
Quercetin
7.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.27kcal
8.41%
Fat:12.21g
18.78%
Saturated Fat:4.4g
27.49%
Carbohydrates:3.71g
1.24%
Net Carbohydrates:2.49g
0.91%
Sugar:1.26g
1.4%
Cholesterol:200.51mg
66.84%
Sodium:461.35mg
20.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.99g
21.98%
Vitamin K:36.6µg
34.85%
Selenium:21.38µg
30.55%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.57%
Phosphorus:183mg
18.3%
Vitamin A:760.9IU
15.22%
Folate:53.54µg
13.38%
Iron:2.1mg
11.66%
Vitamin B5:1mg
10.03%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.89%
Calcium:95.43mg
9.54%
Zinc:1.35mg
8.98%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.94%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.83%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
7.97%
Vitamin D:1.09µg
7.24%
Copper:0.14mg
7.08%
Potassium:226.93mg
6.48%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.95%
Vitamin B3:1.14mg
5.68%
Vitamin C:4.15mg
5.03%
Fiber:1.22g
4.89%
Magnesium:18.07mg
4.52%
Source:Epicurious