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High-protein omelette with cottage cheese
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Omelette with cottage cheese (120 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 15 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 0 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.
Lor peynirli omlet is a Turkish-style omelette made with eggs and lor, a fresh, mild curd cheese. The curds can be folded into the eggs before cooking or added on top, giving the dish a creamy, softly lumpy contrast to the tender omelette. It makes an easy breakfast or light meal.
In Turkey, it is commonly served warm with bread, tomatoes, cucumber and herbs, often alongside tea. Elsewhere, it works just as well for breakfast or lunch with salad or toast. It provides a good amount of protein for its size; use a little oil and add vegetables if you want a lighter, more filling plate.
Selected: 100 g
140
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 37% · Fat 56%
Vitamins
Biotin
18µg · 60% DV
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
B5
1.1mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
170mg · 24% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% 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 140 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.4:1).
For a fluffy omelette with cottage cheese, whisk the eggs until blended and cook them over medium-low heat. Add the cottage cheese when the eggs are beginning to set, then fold gently; cooking over high heat can make the eggs tough.
Yes, you can cook an omelette with cottage cheese without flipping it. Cover the pan briefly on low heat so the top sets, add the cottage cheese before it becomes fully firm, and fold or serve it open-faced.
No, cottage cheese usually does not melt into a smooth, stretchy layer in an omelette. Its curds soften as they warm, so expect a creamy, slightly lumpy filling rather than the texture you would get from melting cheese.
Spinach, mushrooms, bell pepper and spring onion all work well in an omelette with cottage cheese. Cook vegetables with high water content first and drain off excess liquid so they do not make the eggs soggy.
Yes, an omelette with cottage cheese can be baked in an oven-safe dish. Beat the eggs, stir in the cottage cheese and any cooked vegetables, then bake until the center is set; avoid overbaking, which can dry it out.
Yes, you can cook an omelette with cottage cheese ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. Reheat it gently until hot throughout; the eggs may become firmer after chilling, so low-power microwave heating or a covered pan works best.
Yes, an omelette with cottage cheese can be a convenient post-workout meal because eggs and cottage cheese provide protein. Add toast, potatoes or fruit if you also want a source of carbohydrates after a demanding workout.
Use a nonstick pan, warm it over moderate heat, and lightly coat the cooking surface with oil or butter before adding the eggs. Let the omelette with cottage cheese set at the edges before loosening it with a flexible spatula.
Yes, egg whites work in an omelette with cottage cheese, although the result is less rich and can turn rubbery if overcooked. Cook it gently and add the cottage cheese while the whites are still slightly soft.
An omelette with cottage cheese can taste bland if the filling and eggs are not seasoned. Taste the cottage cheese first, then add black pepper, herbs or a little salt; fresh chives and a pinch of chili are easy options.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.