Light Veggie Egg White Omelette (Printer View)

Fluffy egg white omelette loaded with fresh vegetables and zesty salsa.

# What you'll need:

→ Omelette

01 - 6 large egg whites
02 - 2 tablespoons low-fat milk, optional
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/2 cup baby spinach, chopped
06 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
07 - 1/4 cup zucchini, finely diced
08 - 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
09 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon olive oil or nonstick cooking spray

→ Salsa

11 - 1/2 cup fresh tomato, diced
12 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/8 teaspoon chili flakes or jalapeño, optional

# Method:

01 - Combine diced tomato, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly and allow to rest, permitting flavors to integrate.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, milk if using, salt, and pepper until the mixture reaches a light, frothy consistency.
03 - Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add red onion, bell pepper, and zucchini; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Introduce spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet; cook for 1 minute until spinach becomes wilted and tender.
05 - Pour the whisked egg white mixture evenly over the sautéed vegetables. Allow to cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges become set.
06 - Using a spatula, gently lift the edges of the omelette and tilt the pan to allow uncooked egg to flow beneath the cooked portion. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the omelette is just set but remains slightly moist.
07 - Fold the omelette in half and transfer to a serving plate. Top with prepared salsa and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 14g per serving.
  • Loaded with fresh, colorful vegetables like zucchini, bell pepper, and spinach.
  • Naturally low in fat and gluten-free.
  • Quick to prepare, taking only 18 minutes from start to finish.
02 -
  • Dicing the vegetables finely ensures they cook through quickly during the short sauté time.
  • Tilting the pan to let the raw egg white flow underneath the set edges is essential for even cooking without burning the bottom.
  • If the salsa is too acidic, a tiny pinch of sugar can help balance the lime juice.
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