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Protein-rich omelette with mushrooms and cheese, high in calcium and B vitamins.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Mushroom Cheese Omelette (120 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 13.8 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Biotin covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
A Mushroom Cheese Omelette is a folded egg omelette filled with sautéed mushrooms and melting cheese. In Turkey, it is often made at home with kaşar, a mild, semi-hard Turkish cheese, and is a familiar choice for breakfast rather than a dish tied to one particular region.
The eggs stay tender, while browned mushrooms add an earthy savouriness and the cheese brings a salty, creamy finish. It is best served hot; for a Turkish-style breakfast, pair it with bread, tomatoes or cucumber, and tea. It provides protein, with 11.5 g per 100 g, and makes a satisfying meal. For a lighter version, cook the mushrooms with little oil and use a modest amount of cheese.
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
11.5g
· 23% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 27% · Fat 65%
Vitamins
Biotin
18µg · 60% DV
B12
0.8µg · 33% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B5
1.1mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% 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 170 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
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.5:1).
A Mushroom Cheese Omelette is made with eggs, mushrooms and cheese that melts well. Many recipes also use a little butter or oil, plus salt and pepper; herbs such as chives are optional.
To make a Mushroom Cheese Omelette, cook sliced mushrooms in a pan until tender and their moisture has evaporated. Add beaten eggs, scatter cheese over the setting eggs, then fold and cook until the cheese melts.
Yes, canned mushrooms work in a Mushroom Cheese Omelette. Drain and pat them dry first, then briefly sauté them to remove excess moisture; this helps keep the eggs from turning watery.
For a fluffy Mushroom Cheese Omelette, beat the eggs until the whites and yolks are fully combined, then cook them over moderate heat. Avoid packing the pan with mushrooms, which can weigh down the eggs.
A Mushroom Cheese Omelette is often watery because the mushrooms release liquid into the eggs. Cook the mushrooms until their moisture has evaporated before adding the eggs, and drain canned mushrooms thoroughly.
Cheddar, Gruyère and mozzarella all melt well in a Mushroom Cheese Omelette. Grate or finely slice the cheese so it melts before the eggs overcook; stronger cheeses give the dish a more pronounced flavor.
A Mushroom Cheese Omelette pairs well with a green salad, sliced tomatoes or toast. For a more filling meal, serve it with roasted potatoes; fresh herbs or a little black pepper make an easy finishing touch.
Yes, you can reheat a Mushroom Cheese Omelette in the microwave. Cover it loosely and heat it in short bursts until hot throughout; gentle reheating helps prevent the eggs from becoming tough.
A Mushroom Cheese Omelette keeps best in a sealed container in the refrigerator and should be eaten soon after cooking. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, a Mushroom Cheese Omelette can be frozen, though the eggs and mushrooms may become watery or rubbery after thawing. Freeze individual portions in airtight packaging, then thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.