Herb omelette with feta and spinach

Herb omelette with feta and spinach: a quick omelette with eggs, baby leaf spinach, chives and lactose-free feta – savoury and easy for every day.

At a glance

• Serves 2
• Prep time: 5 min
• Cooking time: 10 min
• Total time: 15 min
• Calories: 310 kcal per serving
• Protein: 22 g
• Fat: 23 g
• Carbs: 4 g

Ingredients

• 40g lactose-free feta cheese
• 3 organic eggs
• 1 handful of baby leaf spinach
• Salt and pepper
• 1 tsp fresh chives
• 1 tsp butter or ghee

Method

You’ll need: frying pan · mixing bowl

1. Whisk the eggs in a bowl and season with salt, pepper and the fresh chives.
2. Heat the butter or ghee in a non-stick frying pan. Let the baby spinach wilt in it briefly.
3. Pour the eggs over the spinach and turn the heat down a little. Let the omelette set until the edges are firm.
4. Crumble the lactose-free feta over the top and cook briefly, until the middle is still moist and the cheese is just warm.
5. Carefully fold the omelette over and leave it in the pan for a moment longer.
6. Slide it onto a plate and serve straight away, with a little extra chives and freshly ground pepper if you like.

Good to know

An omelette like this is a lifesaver on long days. It's quick to make, pleasantly savoury and still feels like a proper meal.

Swaps

Lactose-free feta → soft goat's cheese (milder) Lactose-free feta → sheep's cheese (tangier flavour, a natural alternative) Butter or ghee → extra virgin olive oil (more monounsaturated fats) Baby leaf spinach → rocket (peppery note, adds variety)

Allergens

Contains egg and milk. Usually suitable for children if the omelette is cooked right through, and during pregnancy the eggs should be well set and the feta made from pasteurised milk.

Frequently asked questions

What's different about lactose-free feta?

In lactose-free feta the lactose is reduced or already broken down, which often matters for people with lactose intolerance. It doesn't help with a milk protein allergy, though.

Which nutrients do the eggs bring to this omelette?

Eggs provide protein, choline, vitamin B12, selenium and fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin A. The exact amounts vary a little depending on the egg and how the hens are kept.

What's in spinach, nutritionally?

Spinach mainly contains folate, vitamin K and carotenoids such as lutein. It also has small amounts of magnesium and fibre.

How much calcium does feta contain?

Feta contains calcium and phosphorus, but usually quite a lot of salt too. How much exactly depends on the type and producer.

Do the chives matter nutritionally at all?

In small amounts they're mainly there for flavour, but they also bring a little vitamin C and plant compounds from the onion family.