Start your day on the sunny side
We all know the importance of beginning your day with breakfast.
Some good, wholesome choices – like eggs, oatmeal, or other protein – are always preferred to empty carbs and caffeine.
(Though I do like some good coffee and toast smeared with jam once in a while).
The creation featured today is a veggie-packed omelette, served as a sort of pie.
Further explanation in the steps.
Ingredients
dash of extra virgin olive oil
3 eggs
1 to 2 egg whites
1/4 onion, finely diced
3 to 4 slices turkey deli meat, finely diced
1/4 red pepper (or other colour), finely diced
small pinch red chili flakes (optional; for spice inside your omelette), or top with a dash of cayenne pepper or preferred hot sauce
finely grated cheese of choice, desired amount, divide in two portions
handful of fresh baby spinach
one small, whole grain tortilla
salt and black pepper to taste
- Combine the eggs, egg whites, salt and black pepper in a bowl and beat together. Set aside.
- Heat a small 7-inch, non-stick pan on medium to medium-high heat with the olive oil. Wait until the oil begins to become fragrant.
- Sauté the onion, red pepper, turkey, and chili flakes (if using) until the mixture has softened and started to brown. Spread evenly in the pan.
- Pour the egg mixture over the onion mixture and cover with a lid. Lower heat slightly and let the omelette cook until set, about 7-8 minutes, or to your liking.
- Meanwhile, place the tortilla on a plate and spread spinach over it evenly. Spread half of the cheese over the spinach.
- Slide the finished omelette onto the tortilla/spinach base, top with a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce and sprinkle on the remaining cheese.
Voila! Your omelette pie is ready to serve.
Bon appetit!