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Classic omelette with parsley, rich in protein and vitamins
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Parsley Omelette (120 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 11.6 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 384 µg of Vitamin K covers 320% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Parsley Omelette is made by mixing finely chopped parsley into beaten eggs and cooking them in a pan. It is a simple home-style dish found in many cuisines, including Turkish breakfasts. The eggs set into a tender, soft-centred omelette, while parsley brings a fresh, slightly herbal note; the surface may be lightly browned. Serve it hot with toast or crusty bread, and add tomatoes or a small salad for a fresh contrast. Eggs make it a filling, protein-rich choice with relatively few carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, use just enough oil to coat the pan and pair it with plenty of vegetables.
Selected: 100 g
145
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
10.5g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 27% · Fat 67%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
320µg · 267% DV
Biotin
18µg · 60% DV
B12
0.9µg · 38% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
170mg · 24% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% 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 145 calories in 100 g:
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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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.2:1).
A parsley omelette is made by beating eggs with finely chopped parsley, then cooking the mixture in a lightly greased pan over medium-low heat. When the underside is set and the top is nearly cooked, fold it over and serve.
Use enough chopped parsley to distribute green flecks through the eggs without making the mixture bulky. A small handful is a practical starting point for a two-egg omelette; add more if you want a stronger, greener herb flavor.
Yes, dried parsley works in a parsley omelette, but its flavor is milder and less fresh than that of chopped fresh leaves. Use less dried herb, let it sit briefly in the beaten egg to rehydrate, and avoid adding it by the handful.
Let the parsley omelette set around the edges before folding, and keep the center slightly soft rather than overcooking it. Loosen the base with a thin spatula, then fold gently; a small pan also makes the omelette easier to handle.
A parsley omelette can turn watery if the parsley is wet or the eggs are undercooked. Dry the herbs thoroughly after washing, avoid adding watery vegetables without cooking them first, and let the eggs set before folding.
Chives, dill, and a little mint pair well with a parsley omelette. Keep parsley as the main herb so its fresh flavor remains distinct, and chop the additional herbs finely so they cook evenly with the eggs.
No, a parsley omelette is not the same as kuku sabzi. Kuku sabzi is a Persian herb dish that typically uses a larger quantity and variety of herbs, often with a different egg-to-herb balance; a parsley omelette centers on eggs with parsley mixed in.
Yes, feta adds a salty, tangy flavor to a parsley omelette. Crumble a little into the eggs or scatter it over the omelette just before folding, and taste before adding salt because feta can season the dish on its own.
Yes, you can make a parsley omelette with egg whites. Beat them until combined with the chopped parsley and cook over moderate heat; egg whites set quickly, so watch the pan closely to keep the omelette tender rather than rubbery.
Yes, a cooked parsley omelette can be frozen, although thawing may make its texture less tender. Cool it promptly, wrap it airtight, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly; freshly cooked omelette usually tastes better.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.