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High in protein and calcium, filling breakfast option
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Omelette with Egg and Cheese (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 15 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Biotin covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Omelette with egg and cheese brings beaten eggs together with melting cheese in a simple pan-cooked dish. Omelettes are associated with French cooking, but versions with cheese are now familiar breakfasts in many places, made with whatever cheese is on hand. The eggs set into a tender, lightly browned outside with a soft centre, while the cheese adds a savoury, creamy bite. Serve it warm with toast and sliced tomatoes, or add a green salad for a light lunch. It provides protein and calcium and can make a filling start to the day. For a lighter plate, use less cheese and cooking fat; herbs or vegetables add flavour without making it feel heavy.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% 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 5% · Protein 28% · Fat 67%
Vitamins
Biotin
18µg · 60% DV
B12
1.2µg · 50% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B5
1.1mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Iodine
24µg · 16% 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 180 calories in 100 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.
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
6.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.5:1).
Beat the eggs, pour them into a lightly oiled pan over medium-low heat, and cook until nearly set. Add the cheese, fold the omelette, and let it cook just long enough for the cheese to melt.
Cheddar, mozzarella, and Swiss cheese all melt well in an omelette with egg and cheese. Choose a mild, good-melting cheese for a smooth filling, or use a sharper cheese if you want a more pronounced flavor.
Use a clean nonstick pan, warm it before adding a thin layer of butter or oil, and keep the heat moderate. Let the eggs begin to set before loosening the edges; moving them too soon can tear the omelette.
An omelette with egg and cheese can turn watery if the cheese releases moisture or the eggs are cooked too quickly over high heat. Drain wet ingredients and cook over moderate heat so moisture can evaporate before folding.
Yes, you can add vegetables such as spinach, mushrooms, or peppers to an omelette with egg and cheese. Cook watery vegetables first and drain them so they do not make the egg filling soggy.
Serve an omelette with egg and cheese with toast, a green salad, or sliced tomatoes for a simple meal. Fresh fruit also works well at breakfast, while roasted potatoes make it a more substantial lunch or dinner.
An omelette with egg and cheese is best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated in a covered container once cooled. Use them within three to four days, and discard the omelette if its smell or texture changes.
Yes, reheat an omelette with egg and cheese gently in a covered pan over low heat or in short bursts in the microwave. Gentle reheating helps warm the center without making the eggs tough.
You can freeze an omelette with egg and cheese, though thawed eggs may have a less tender texture. Cool it fully, wrap it tightly, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating until hot throughout.
An omelette with egg and cheese can be a filling breakfast, with protein from the eggs and calcium from the cheese. Pair it with vegetables or fruit, and use a moderate amount of cheese if you are watching sodium or saturated fat.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.