Mozzarella Omelet
Start your day with a fluffy mozzarella omelet that features gooey, melted cheese enveloped in a golden egg blanket. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for lazy Sundays or busy weekdays, providing a customizable breakfast experience that satisfies every palate. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a delightful meal that feels indulgent yet is incredibly quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs with salt and pepper until frothy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter or olive oil.
- Pour in the whisked eggs, tilting the pan to spread evenly.
- Once the edges set (about 2 minutes), sprinkle mozzarella on one half.
- Fold the omelet over the cheese and cook for an additional minute.
- Slide onto a plate and garnish with herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelet
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 550mg