Broccoli & Cauliflower Omelets

Name: Broccoli & Cauliflower Omelets
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: Makes 2 omelets
Ingredients: 3 large eggs, plus 2 large egg whites (or another large egg); 3 large eggs, plus 2 large egg whites (or another large egg); Salt and black pepper, to taste; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1 cup cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces; 3 garlic cloves, quartered; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces; ½ cup (2 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 tablespoon melted butter; Pinch each salt and black pepper; Pinch each salt and black pepper; 3 large eggs, plus 2 large egg whites (or another large egg)

A Tasty Way to Eat Your Veggies

Preparation info

Makes
2
omelets

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
30 min

Appears in

Breakfast for Dinner

By Lindsay Landis and Taylor Hackbarth

Published 2013

About

An omelet is a hearty and satisfying meal any time of day. A mix of broccoli, cauliflower, garlic, and gooey mozzarella cheese make this version both healthy and delicious. The key to the light, airy texture? Extra egg whites.

Ingredients

For Filling

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces

Dinner
Main course
Gluten-free
Vegetarian
Breakfast

Method

Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil; brush with olive oil.
In a large bowl, toss broccoli and cauliflower together with garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on