Guacomelet
Should you happen to have leftover guacamole-an unlikely circumstance, I’ll admit-this is a fine thing to do with it. Yield: 1 serving, with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 5 grams of usable carbs and 26 grams of protein (and a whopping 487 milligrams of potassium!). INGREDIENTS […]
Chili Omelet
Beef chili or turkey chili, it doesn’t matter-they both make a great omelet. Yield: 1 serving, with about 6 grams of carbohydrates (depending on your chili recipe), no fiber, and 33 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup all-meat chili, warmed 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon sour […]
Fajita Omelet
Again, a great way to use up leftovers! Yield: 1 serving. The carb count for this omelet will depend on your recipe for fajitas. The eggs and sour cream will add only 2 grams of carbs, no fiber, and 11 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 eggs Leftover steak or chicken […]
Tuna Melt Omelet
It’s worth making extra tuna salad just to make this omelet. This is a great lunch. Yield: 1 serving. The carb count of this omelet will depend on your recipe for tuna salad. The eggs and cheese will add only 2 grams of carbohydrates, no fiber, and 19 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon […]
Pizza Omelet
Remember that the pizza sauce is where the carbs are in this omelet, so govern yourself accordingly. Yield: 1 serving, with 6 grams of carbohydrates (and you can lower that if you use the lowest-carb pizza sauce), no fiber, and 24 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 eggs, beaten 2 ounces […]
Braunschweiger Omelet
Hey, don’t look like that! Some of us love liverwurst! Yield: 1 serving, with 4 grams of carbohydrates, a trace of fiber, and 19 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon butter 2 eggs, beaten 2 ounces braunschweiger (liverwurst), mashed a bit with a fork 2 or 3 slices ripe tomato INSTRUCTIONS Make your […]
Omelet Cordon Bleu
Canned asparagus is fine for this, but you may cook some up if you prefer, or use leftover asparagus, should you have any. Yield: 1 serving, with 3 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 2 grams of usable carbs and 25 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon butter […]
New York Sunday Brunch Omelet
My husband was absolutely blown away by this. It’s unbelievably filling, by the way. Yield: 1 serving, with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 4 grams of usable carbs and 22 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon butter 2 eggs, beaten 2 ounces cream cheese, thinly sliced […]
California Omelet
I’ve had breakfast down near the waterfront in San Diego. This is what it tastes like. Yield: 1 serving, with 4 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 3 grams of usable carbs and 26 grams of protein (and as much potassium as a banana!). INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive […]
Leftover Lamblet
I adore roast lamb, and the leftovers are way too good to waste! This is very hearty, and would make a great quick supper. Yield: 1 serving, with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 5 grams of usable carbs and 38 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1/4 pound […]