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Protein-rich omelet with sweet corn and tomato paste
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Corn and Tomato Paste Omelet (180 g) has 272 calories. That works out to 151 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 16.9 g of protein, 18.2 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 1.7 µg of B12 covers 71% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
272
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
16.9g
· 34% DV
Fat
18.2g
· 23% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 24% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.2 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 4.59 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 369 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 136 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 130 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 170 g | 257 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 280 g | 423 kcal |
Calculated from 151 calories per 100 g.
A corn and tomato paste omelet is made by briefly frying tomato paste with corn, then adding beaten eggs and cooking until set. Use a moderate heat so the paste does not scorch before the eggs cook through.
Plain tomato paste works best in a corn and tomato paste omelet because it lets the sweet corn and eggs stay distinct. If your paste is strongly salted or seasoned, taste the mixture before adding extra salt.
Yes, frozen corn works in a corn and tomato paste omelet. Thaw it and drain any released liquid before adding it to the pan; excess moisture can make the eggs take longer to set and turn watery.
Black pepper, smoked paprika, chili flakes, and cumin all pair well with a corn and tomato paste omelet. Add a small amount with the paste so the spices bloom in the pan without overpowering the corn.
Yes, cheese is a good addition to a corn and tomato paste omelet. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or feta each work; add it while the eggs are still slightly wet so it warms or melts into the omelet.
Use a well-heated nonstick pan and coat it lightly with cooking fat before adding the mixture. A corn and tomato paste omelet is more likely to stick if the pan is dry or the paste is left to scorch.
Yes, you can cook a corn and tomato paste omelet flat like a frittata instead of folding it. Keep the heat low and cover the pan so the top sets; this is especially useful when the filling makes folding difficult.
Serve a corn and tomato paste omelet with a green salad, toast, or roasted vegetables for a fuller lunch. The omelet is already savory and slightly sweet, so a crisp, lightly dressed salad makes a balanced side.
Yes, you can cook a corn and tomato paste omelet ahead and refrigerate it in a sealed container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until hot throughout; the eggs may be firmer after chilling.
Yes, bake a corn and tomato paste omelet in an oven-safe dish for a hands-off, frittata-style result. Cook the paste and corn first, pour in the eggs, and bake until the center is set rather than relying on a browned top alone.
Vitamins
B12
1.71µg · 71% DV
Biotin
18.36µg · 61% DV
B2
0.61mg · 47% DV
B5
2.12mg · 42% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
256mg · 37% DV
Iodine
45µg · 30% DV
Sodium
369mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
326mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 272 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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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.
Corn and tomato paste omelet is a simple, home-style preparation of beaten eggs cooked with sweetcorn and tomato paste. It is better understood as a practical variation than as a dish tied to one specific region or formal tradition.
Serve it hot for breakfast or a quick lunch, with toast or crusty bread and a few fresh vegetables; it also works as an easy supper. The eggs make it a protein-containing meal, while corn adds sweetness and a little carbohydrate, and tomato paste gives the omelet a savoury depth. It provides 9.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, use just a little oil and let the paste loosen in the pan before adding the eggs.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.