Cottage Cheese Omelette
A creamy and satisfying twist on a classic breakfast, this cottage cheese omelette is fluffy, nutritious, and customizable with various toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 large large eggs Use room temperature for fluffiness
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese Choose your preferred kind
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese Any variety you like
- 1 tablespoon milk Optional for added creaminess
- 1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil For cooking
- to taste Salt and pepper To season
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup chopped vegetables Like bell peppers, onions, spinach, or mushrooms
- to taste Fresh herbs Like chives, parsley, or basil
Instructions
Preparation
- Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Gently fold in the cottage cheese and shredded cheese. Incorporate any chopped vegetables or herbs if desired.
Cooking
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add butter or cooking oil and allow to melt.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet, tilting to spread evenly. Cook for 3-4 minutes until edges set and bottom is golden.
- Carefully lift the omelette edges with a spatula, allowing uncooked egg to flow underneath.
- Once the center is slightly runny, fold the omelette in half. Cook for an additional minute.
- Slide the omelette onto a plate and garnish with extra herbs or cheese if desired before serving.
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Notes
Serve with whole-grain toast or an English muffin to soak up any delicious remnants from the plate. Enhance with fresh salsa, avocado slices, or Greek yogurt.