If you have cheese, eggs, and butter on hand, why not create culinary magic with a keto cheese omelet? In just a matter of minutes, you can whip up a dish that is delicious and versatile enough to be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This cheesy delight will awaken your taste buds and keep you satisfied until your next meal.
This dish simply involves combining an egg with cheese, adding it to a hot pan, and cooking until golden brown before flipping it in half and serving. The cheesy goodness of this omelet is the star of the show. As the eggs and cheese blend together in the pan, creating a melty, gooey interior, your taste buds will be treated to the perfect blend of flavors. The richness of the cheese combined with the creamy texture of the eggs makes every bite a delight.
The beauty of this keto cheese omelet lies in its versatility. Start your day with a protein-packed breakfast that will energize you for the day ahead. Enjoy it as a quick, satisfying lunch option that keeps you fuelled until dinner. Or, when dinner rolls around, you can have a satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise flavor or nutrition. The choice is yours!
Whether you strictly follow a keto diet or just appreciate a good omelet, this recipe is a winner. It’s a dish that can be prepared quickly yet delivers taste and nutrition. Give it a try today!
Yields 2 servings of Keto Cheese-crusted Omelet
The Preparation
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- salt and pepper, to taste
The Execution
1. Gather and prep all ingredients.
2. Add eggs into a bowl and whisk until smooth and slightly frothy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Add in half (1/2) of the cheddar cheese and fold through the eggs.
4. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add in the egg mixture and let set for a few minutes. Do not mix the egg during this stage.
5. Lower the heat and continue to cook the egg mixture. Once the omelet is starting to slightly set on the top, add in the remaining cheddar cheese and fold over.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This makes a total of 2 servings of Keto Cheese-crusted Omelet. Each serving comes out to be 709 calories, 57.8g fats, 4.1g net carbs, and 41.9g protein.
| NUTRITION | CALORIES | FAT | CARBS | FIBER | NET CARBS | PROTEIN |
| 6.00 large egg | 472 | 31.4 | 2.4 | 0 | 2.4 | 41.5 |
| 2.00 tablespoon butter | 203 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| 1.50 cup cheddar cheese | 742 | 61.2 | 5.7 | 0 | 5.7 | 42 |
| 0.00 none salt and pepper | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 1418 | 115.6 | 8.1 | 0 | 8.1 | 83.7 |
| Per Serving (/2) | 709 | 57.8 | 4.1 | 0.0 | 4.1 | 41.9 |
Keto Cheese-crusted Omelet
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients.
- Add eggs into a bowl and whisk until smooth and slightly frothy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add in half (1/2) of the cheddar cheese and fold through the eggs.
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add in the egg mixture and let set for a few minutes. Do not mix the egg during this stage.
- Lower the heat and continue to cook the egg mixture. Once the omelet is starting to slightly set on the top, add in the remaining cheddar cheese and fold over.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
