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A filling omelet made with cabbage and three eggs, cooked in a pan with a modest amount of oil.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Three-Egg Cabbage Omelet (200 g) has 232 calories. That works out to 116 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 18.2 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 24 µg of Biotin covers 80% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
232
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
18.2g
· 36% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 29% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 232 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% |
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) | 200 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 100 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 209 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 348 kcal |
Calculated from 116 calories per 100 g.
To make a three-egg cabbage omelet, sauté finely sliced cabbage in a little oil until tender, then pour in three beaten eggs. Cook over medium-low heat until the eggs are set. Covering the pan helps the top cook without overbrowning the bottom.
Yes, cook the cabbage before adding eggs to a three-egg cabbage omelet. Cabbage takes longer to soften than eggs and can release moisture as it cooks. Sautéing it first gives the finished omelet a tender texture instead of watery, undercooked cabbage.
To keep a three-egg cabbage omelet from getting watery, sauté the cabbage until its released moisture has evaporated before adding the eggs. Slice it thinly and avoid overcrowding the pan; a crowded pan traps steam and leaves the cabbage wet.
Yes, red cabbage works in a three-egg cabbage omelet, though it is firmer than green cabbage. Slice it thinly and give it extra time in the pan before adding the eggs. It may tint the eggs purple as it cooks.
Cheddar, feta, or goat cheese all pair well with a three-egg cabbage omelet. Add crumbled or grated cheese after the eggs begin to set, then fold the omelet so the cheese warms without making the filling too wet.
Yes, leftover cooked cabbage can go into a three-egg cabbage omelet. Drain off any liquid first and warm the cabbage in the pan before adding the eggs. If it is already seasoned, taste it before adding more salt.
A three-egg cabbage omelet is easier to fold when the cabbage is finely sliced and the filling is kept modest. For a thicker version with more cabbage or extra fillings, leave it flat and cook it covered like a small frittata.
A three-egg cabbage omelet goes well with a green salad, sliced tomatoes, or whole-grain toast. For a lighter meal, pair it with fresh vegetables; for brunch, roasted potatoes or beans make a heartier side.
A three-egg cabbage omelet keeps for three to four days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking, and discard it if it has been left out longer.
You can freeze a three-egg cabbage omelet, but the eggs may become slightly rubbery and the cabbage softer after thawing. Cool it completely, wrap individual portions airtight, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating until hot throughout.
Vitamins
Biotin
24µg · 80% DV
B12
1.3µg · 54% DV
Vitamin K
60µg · 50% DV
B2
0.56mg · 43% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Iodine
60µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
274mg · 39% DV
Zinc
1.7mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
420mg · 12% DV
Sodium
260mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Thinly sliced cabbage is softened in a pan, then cooked with beaten eggs to make a three-egg cabbage omelet. It is an easy home-cooked meal rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and works for breakfast, lunch or a quick supper.
The cabbage turns tender and mildly sweet, balancing the rich eggs. Serve it warm on its own, with toast or a simple salad; in Turkey, it also fits naturally into a breakfast spread with fresh vegetables and tea. Three eggs make it filling and protein-rich, while the cabbage adds some fibre. For a lighter panful, use a modest amount of oil and soften the cabbage with a splash of water first.
Medium
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
6g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.