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Protein and fiber-rich, vitamin-packed veggie omelette
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Carrot Omelette (120 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.7 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 780 µg of Vitamin A covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Carrot omelette is a simple home-cooked dish made by folding finely grated carrot into beaten eggs and cooking the mixture in a pan. It is less a dish tied to one particular region than an easy variation on the everyday omelette; the carrot softens as it cooks and brings a gentle sweetness.
It works well for breakfast or brunch, served with toast, salad or fresh herbs, and makes a quick light meal at any time of day. Eggs provide protein, while carrot contributes fibre and a little sweetness; each 100 g has 7.2 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use just enough oil to keep the omelette from sticking and serve it with extra vegetables.
Selected: 100 g
110
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 21% · Protein 26% · Fat 53%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
650µg · 72% DV
Biotin
12µg · 40% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 110 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.8:1).
A carrot omelette is made by softening grated carrot in a pan, then pouring beaten eggs over it. Cook over medium-low heat until the eggs are set, and fold the omelette before serving.
Yes, soften the carrots before adding the eggs to a carrot omelette. Finely grated carrot cooks quickly, while briefly sautéing it prevents crunchy pieces and keeps the eggs from overcooking as you wait for the carrot to soften.
Feta, cheddar, or a mild melting cheese can work well in a carrot omelette. Add a modest amount so the cheese complements the carrot’s sweetness without making the filling too rich or overpowering the eggs.
Cook the grated carrot until its released moisture has evaporated before adding the eggs. A carrot omelette can turn watery if wet vegetables are mixed straight into the eggs or if the pan is crowded.
Yes, you can bake a carrot omelette. Soften the grated carrot first, mix it with beaten eggs, and pour the mixture into a greased oven-safe dish; bake until the center is set.
Black pepper, parsley, chives, and a little cumin all suit a carrot omelette. Add herbs near the end or fold them into the eggs, and use spices lightly so the carrot’s sweet, earthy flavor remains noticeable.
Yes, you can cook a carrot omelette ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. Cool it promptly rather than leaving it out, then reheat it until hot throughout; freshly cooked omelettes generally have a softer texture.
Yes, a carrot omelette can be a satisfying breakfast because it combines eggs with vegetables. Pair it with whole-grain toast or fruit if you want a more substantial meal, or serve it with salad for a lighter one.
Yes, thawed frozen carrots can be used in a carrot omelette, but drain and cook off their excess moisture first. Finely chopped or grated carrots work best so they mix evenly with the eggs.
Not as a traditional omelette, since eggs form its base. For an egg-free alternative, cook grated carrot with a chickpea-flour batter in a pan; it will have a similar savory, foldable shape but a different texture.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.