Description
This Spring Omelet recipe is a delightful and flavorful way to enjoy seasonal asparagus and fresh chives in a fluffy egg dish topped with creamy goat cheese.
Ingredients
For the Omelet:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 large stalks of asparagus, shaved into ribbons
- 2 chive blossoms (optional)
- 2 tablespoons diced chives
- 3 eggs
- Pinch of salt & pepper
- 1 ounce goat cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Asparagus Mixture: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a 9-inch non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add shaved asparagus, chives, and chive blossoms. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
- Whisk Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Cook Omelet: Add remaining olive oil to the pan. Pour in whisked eggs, swirling to cover the base. Cook for 1-2 minutes until set.
- Assemble Omelet: Add asparagus mixture and goat cheese to the center of the omelet. Cook for 30 seconds until nearly set.
- Finish and Serve: Fold omelet, garnish with remaining goat cheese and chive blossoms. Serve hot.
Notes
- Equipment Note: Use an 8-inch or 9-inch pan for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 523 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 293mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 33g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 504mg
