Simple Egg Omelette and Cottage Cheese

Why you’ll love Simple Egg Omelette and Cottage Cheese

• Quick & Easy – Ready in under 10 minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
• Protein-Packed – With around 23g of protein, it’s a great start to the day or a light post-workout meal.
• Low Carb – Ideal for low-carb or keto-style eating.
• Customisable – Add vegetables, herbs, or cheese to switch things up.
• Budget-Friendly – Uses pantry staples and affordable ingredients.

Top tips when making Simple Egg Omelette and Cottage Cheese

• Use a non-stick pan for the best texture and easy flipping.
• Whisk eggs thoroughly for a fluffier omelette.
• Don’t overcook – remove from heat as soon as the eggs are just set to avoid rubbery texture.
• Season evenly – add salt and spices to the whisked eggs before cooking for uniform flavour.
• Serve warm – cottage cheese is best when cold and creamy next to warm, fluffy eggs.

How to make Simple Egg Omelette and Cottage Cheese

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried parsley
• 100g cottage cheese (on the side)
• 1 tsp olive oil or butter for cooking

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Eggs
   Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk with salt, garlic powder, pepper, and parsley until well combined.
2. Cook the Omelette
   Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add oil or butter, then pour in the egg mixture.
   Cook for 1–2 minutes, gently pushing the edges inward and tilting the pan to spread uncooked egg.
   Flip or fold the omelette and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fully set.
3. Serve
   Slide onto a plate and serve with 100g of cottage cheese on the side. Enjoy!

Storage tips

Best Fresh: This omelette is best served immediately.

Short-Term Storage: If needed, you can store the cooked omelette in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheat Gently: Reheat in a microwave or pan for 30–60 seconds, and add a fresh spoon of cottage cheese just before serving.

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Protein Content Estimate:

• 2 large eggs: ~12g protein
• 100g cottage cheese: ~11g protein
• Total: ~23g protein