Description
Whipping up this spinach and feta omelet brings restaurant-quality breakfast right to your kitchen in just minutes. Packed with creamy feta and fresh spinach, this quick meal turns ordinary mornings into something special.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Baby Spinach
- 2 ounces Feta Cheese
Supporting Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- ¼ teaspoon Oregano
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
- Crack 2-3 eggs into a mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly with ½ teaspoon oregano, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Warm a 9-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Melt ½ tablespoon butter, then add 1 cup baby spinach. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until leaves soften and release moisture.
- Transfer wilted spinach to a separate plate. Without cleaning the skillet, add remaining ½ tablespoon butter and swirl to coat pan evenly.
- Pour egg mixture into the skillet, tilting to spread eggs across entire surface. Allow eggs to cook undisturbed at medium heat for 1-2 minutes until edges start to set.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese and your sautéed spinach over one half of the omelet. Keep heat at medium.
- Cover skillet with a lid for 1 minute to help eggs finish cooking and melt cheese slightly.
- Use a spatula to gently fold the bare egg side over the filled side, creating a half-moon shape.
- Slide omelet onto a warm plate immediately. Serve within 2 minutes of completing to enjoy peak texture and temperature.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture, as wilted frozen spinach can make the omelet watery.
- Check the heat carefully to prevent burning the butter or overcooking the eggs, which can make them tough and rubbery.
- For a dairy-free version, replace feta with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese alternatives to maintain the tangy, salty profile.
- A well-seasoned nonstick skillet ensures the omelet releases easily and maintains a beautiful golden color without sticking.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg