15-Minute Loaded Omelette

If you love omelets (also known as omelets) but struggle with flipping or folding them, this 15 Minute Loaded Omelette recipe is for you.

It has all the flavor of an omelet cooked in a pan on the stovetop but is baked in the oven instead.

So, grab the veggies and whip up this foolproof omelette today.

This omelet makes a great breakfast but is hearty enough to serve for any meal.

SO GOOD!

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Why I love 15-Minute Loaded Omelette?

Omelets made with tender eggs, veggies, and cheese are great for breakfast or a light dinner, but I always find folding them a bit challenging. This recipe eliminates the need for folding by baking it in the oven. Here’s why I love them.

• Easy to make with no folding.
• Filled with vitamins and minerals from veggies.
• Low cholesterol by using mostly egg whites.
• Loaded with fresh veggies.

What toppings to put in an omelet?

Traditional omelets are made with beaten eggs, cheese, and veggies. Many also contain meats like ham, sausage, or bacon. Veggies range from onions and peppers to spinach, broccoli, and tomatoes.

Should you put milk or yogurt in an omelet?

This recipe calls for Greek yogurt, but you can make an omelet with milk, half and half, sour cream, or even heavy cream, depending on your preferences and what you have on hand.

How to serve 15 Minute Loaded Omelette?

The 15-Minute Loaded Omelette is loaded with fresh veggies, ham, and cheese, making it a nearly complete meal on its own. You can serve it hot from the oven with a toasted muffin or bagel. Some prefer to serve home fries on the side for a more robust meal.

Variations:

• Substitute crumbled bacon or cooked sausage for the ham. If you make the omelet for dinner, any leftover meat, like shredded chicken or beef, will also work.
• Try substituting fresh diced zucchini or summer squash for broccoli.
• Cheddar cheese (or even American) can be used instead of Parmesan.
• Use fresh herbs from the garden as desired.

Ingredients:

• Large eggs
• Large egg whites
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Broccoli florets
• Red bell pepper chopped
• Orange bell pepper chopped
• Onions chopped
• Cubed ham
• Olive oil
• Spinach
• Shredded parmesan
• Italian seasoning
• Minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to make 15 Minute Loaded Omelette:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2. Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat.

Step 3. Add the broccoli, peppers, and onions to the skillet, and saute for several minutes until they are just beginning to become tender. 

Step 4. Toss the cubed ham, salt, and pepper to taste, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning into the skillet, and cook a minute longer.

Adding cubed ham.

Adding minced garlic.

Adding Italian seasoning.

Step 5. Place the spinach into the skillet, and cook until it is just wilted.

Step 6. In a mixing bowl, blend the eggs, egg whites, and Greek yogurt until frothy.

Adding the eggs.

Adding the egg whites.

Step 7. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet, and remove it from the heat.

Step 8. Sprinkle with the shredded parmesan.

Step 9. Bake the omelet in the oven for 10 minutes before serving.

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How to store a 15-Minute Loaded Omelette?

Your 15-minute loaded omelet can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. You can also wrap leftovers with plastic wrap on the serving plate to store them for another day.

How to reheat a 15-Minute Loaded Omelette?

Reheat the 15-minute loaded omelet covered in the microwave for a minute or two until it is heated through. You can also reheat it in a pan on the stovetop over medium-low heat.

How much does 15 Minute Loaded Omelette last on the fridge?

Like most leftovers, the USDA recommends using them within  3 to 4 days when they are stored in the refrigerator.

Can I make ahead 15 Minute Loaded Omelette?

You can dice the veggies and ham to prepare them for making an omelet, but the omelet should be prepared just before cooking.

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