Italian Omelet

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Italian Omelet
30 min.
2
295kcal

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Italian Omelet: A Delightful Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Breakfast

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of an Italian Omelet, a scrumptious vegetarian and gluten-free dish that is perfect for your morning meal, brunch, breakfast, or lunch. This delectable omelet, boasting a rich medley of fresh mushrooms, zucchini, and tomatoes, is sure to tantalize your taste buds and keep you satisfied with its hearty 295 calories per serving.

With a total preparation time of just 30 minutes, this Italian Omelet is not only a quick and easy meal but also a versatile one, catering to the dietary needs of two persons. The harmonious blend of ingredients, including part-skim mozzarella cheese, fresh parsley, and minced garlic, creates a symphony of flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy.

The secret to achieving that perfect balance of flavors and textures lies in the careful selection of equipment, such as a non-stick skillet, saucepan, bowl, and a whisk. As you master the art of flipping the omelet to reveal its cheesy, vegetable-laden heart, you'll come to appreciate the simplicity and elegance of this Italian classic.

So why wait? Dive into the world of Italian cuisine with this delightful Italian Omelet, and experience the joy of a meal that promises to delight your senses and nourish your soul. Buon appetito!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  •  eggs 
  • cup mushrooms fresh sliced
  • cup mushrooms fresh sliced
  • tablespoons parsley fresh minced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • medium tomatoes chopped
  • tablespoons water 
  • cup zucchini sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, saute mushrooms and zucchini in 2 tablespoons butter until tender; remove and keep warm.
  2. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, water, salt and pepper.
  3. Add to skillet (mixture should set immediately at edges). As eggs set, push cooked edges toward the center, letting uncooked portion flow underneath.
  4. When the eggs are set, spoon vegetable mixture over one side and sprinkle with cheese. Fold other side over filling.
  5. Remove from the heat.
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
  7. Add remaining sauce ingredients; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until heated through.
  8. Serve with omelet.

Nutrition Facts

Calories295kcal
Protein29.75%
Fat57.16%
Carbs13.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
130.5
Glycemic Load
1.73
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.215652299964%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.7mg
Quercetin
0.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.77kcal
14.74%
Fat:19.21g
29.55%
Saturated Fat:9.32g
58.23%
Carbohydrates:9.89g
3.3%
Net Carbohydrates:7.25g
2.64%
Sugar:5.77g
6.41%
Cholesterol:360.33mg
120.11%
Sodium:505.33mg
21.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.5g
44.99%
Vitamin K:79.05µg
75.28%
Selenium:40.41µg
57.72%
Vitamin B2:0.95mg
56.13%
Phosphorus:432.14mg
43.21%
Vitamin A:1761.43IU
35.23%
Vitamin C:27.33mg
33.13%
Calcium:304.58mg
30.46%
Vitamin B5:3.03mg
30.28%
Copper:0.47mg
23.38%
Folate:91.46µg
22.86%
Potassium:797.6mg
22.79%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.29%
Vitamin B3:4.29mg
21.43%
Zinc:2.8mg
18.67%
Vitamin B12:1.06µg
17.72%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.03%
Iron:3mg
16.68%
Vitamin D:2.04µg
13.57%
Magnesium:48.51mg
12.13%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.73%
Vitamin E:1.6mg
10.68%
Fiber:2.64g
10.56%