BROCCOLI AND CHEESE OMELET

Broccoli and Cheese Omelet image

Provided by kelly in TO

Time 12m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons cooked broccoli, chopped
2 tablespoons shredded swiss cheese or 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese
1 large egg
2 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce (such as tabasco)
1 pinch salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Dropped in chopped broccoli and cook just until soft and bright green. Drain, place broccoli in a small bowl and stir in the cheese.
Blend egg, egg whites, hot sauce, salt and pepper briskly with a fork in a medium bowl.
Heat oil in a 7-10 inch nonstick skillet over medium high heat until hot.
Tilt the skillet to swirl oil over the surface. Pour in the egg mixture and wait 2-3 minutes, then sprinkle broccoli cheese mixture over the omelet. Continue to cook until almost set and the bottom is golden. This should take about 1 minute.
Use a spatula to fold the omelet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.9, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 223.9, Sodium 376.4, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.3, Protein 17.6