🥚 Loaded Veggie Omelette
Fluffy eggs packed with colorful vegetables and melty cheese — perfect for a hearty breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 1–2)
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3 large eggs
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2 tbsp milk or heavy cream (optional, for fluffier texture)
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1 tbsp butter or olive oil
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¼ cup bell peppers, diced
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¼ cup mushrooms, sliced
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2 tbsp onion, finely diced
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¼ cup fresh spinach
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2–3 tbsp shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or feta
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: diced tomatoes, jalapeños, fresh herbs
🔪 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Veggies
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add butter or oil.
Sauté onion, peppers, and mushrooms for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add spinach last and cook until wilted.
Remove veggies from pan and set aside.
2️⃣ Whisk the Eggs
In a bowl, whisk eggs with milk (if using), salt, and pepper until slightly frothy.
3️⃣ Cook the Omelette
Reduce heat to medium-low.
Pour eggs into the skillet.
Tilt the pan gently to spread evenly.
Let cook undisturbed until edges set (about 1–2 minutes).
4️⃣ Add Fillings
Sprinkle sautéed veggies and cheese over one half of the omelette.
5️⃣ Fold & Finish
Carefully fold the omelette in half.
Cook another 1–2 minutes until cheese melts and center is set.
Slide onto a plate and serve warm.
🔥 Pro Tips for a Perfect Omelette
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Keep heat medium-low to avoid browning too fast.
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Don’t overfill — too many veggies can cause tearing.
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For extra fluffiness, whisk in a splash of water instead of milk.
🥗 Optional Add-Ins
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Avocado slices
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Crumbled bacon
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Smoked salmon
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Goat cheese
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Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, basil)
❓ Q & A
❓ Can I use egg whites only?
Yes. Use 4–5 egg whites for a lighter version.
❓ How do I keep it from sticking?
Use a good nonstick skillet and enough fat (butter or oil). Let eggs set before flipping.
❓ Can I make it dairy-free?
Absolutely. Skip milk and cheese, or use plant-based cheese.
❓ Can I meal prep omelettes?
Omelettes are best fresh, but you can prep veggies ahead of time for quick assembly.
❓ What goes well with it?
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Toast or sourdough
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Fresh fruit
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Breakfast potatoes
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Side salad

