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Vegetable Omelette

17/11/2023

Making a vegetable omelette is an excellent choice for a light and nutritious meal. Here is the basic recipe, with an Italian touch that could make the dish even more delicious:

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup of milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 small zucchini, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into cubes
  • 1 small onion, finely sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • A handful of fresh spinach
  • 1 small tomato, seeded and cut into cubes
  • Grated cheese of your choice (for example Parmesan or pecorino), optional
  • Aromatic herbs of your choice (basil, parsley, oregano), chopped, optional

Preparation

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with the milk, salt and pepper until they become frothy.
  2. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until they become translucent.
  3. Add the zucchini and red bell pepper and sauté until they start to soften.
  4. Add the spinach and let it wilt for a minute.
  5. Pour the beaten eggs into the pan, distribute the tomatoes and, if desired, the aromatic herbs over the vegetables.
  6. Let the omelette cook without stirring, until the edges start to color and release easily from the pan.
  7. Using a spatula, gently fold one side of the omelette toward the center, covering the vegetables. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes, then do the same with the other side, slightly crimping the edge to give your omelette a rounded shape.
  8. If you like, sprinkle with grated cheese and let it melt before transferring the omelette to a plate.

A tip for an extra Italian touch is to finish the omelette with a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped aromatic herbs. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Trivia

The omelette is a versatile dish that lends itself to countless variations. Feel free to experiment with the vegetables you have on hand or to add other typical Italian ingredients such as olives, capers or anchovies for a bolder flavor. In Italy the omelette is often called “frittata” and, unlike the French version, it is often flipped or cooked on top as well to ensure it is well cooked inside.