Oven Omelet With Spinach and Olives

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Delicious Oven Omelet With Spinach and Olives recipe to start your day off right

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

437

Sugar

Fat

36g

This oven omelet recipe is perfect for busy mornings and meal prepping. Made with spinach, eggs, cheese, olives, and bread crumbs, this omelet is high in protein and nutrients. The dish is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time. Perfectly cooked in a crispy golden layer, the omelet is both satisfying and delicious. This recipe is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet and is suitable for vegetarians.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Rinse spinach and dry completely. Chop the spinach into small pieces.
3.	Heat a pan to medium and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chopped spinach and cook for about 3 minutes, or until wilted. Remove the pan from heat.
4.	In a mixing bowl, beat 6 eggs and 6 tablespoons of milk together. Add the wilted spinach and 150 grams of cheese. Stir until well-combined.
5.	Heat the other 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe frying pan over medium heat. When hot, pour in the egg mixture.
6.	Cook for about 3 minutes, or until the edges start to set. Add 150 grams of pitted olives on top of the omelet. Sprinkle with 100 grams of toasted breadcrumbs.
7.	Place the frying pan in the oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the omelet is fully cooked and golden in color on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
8.	Remove from the oven and cut into wedges before serving.

PROS

This oven omelet is easy to make and perfect for brunch or meal prepping.
Spinach provides a good source of vitamins and minerals, while olives are high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
The omelet is also a great low-carb option.

CONS

The omelet can be bland without proper seasoning and herbs.
Excessive use of cheese and bread crumbs can increase the fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach contains many nutrients and antioxidants that can promote healthy skin, eyesight, and bone health. It also aids in digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties. Olives are high in healthy fats, which can improve heart health and lower cholesterol levels. They also contain vitamin E, iron, and antioxidants.

	300 g spinach
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	6 eggs
	6 tablespoons milk
	150 g grated hard cheese or 150 g feta cheese
	150 g pitted olives
	100 g toasted breadcrumbs
	salt and pepper