Spinach Egg White Omelette
Per Serving
- Egg whites: 2
- Onion, finely chopped: 2 tsp
- Spinach, washed and finely chopped : 2 tsp
- Green Chillies, finely chopped: ¼ tsp
- Oil : ½ tsp
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm
*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon
- In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients along with egg whites, until it turns light and fluffy.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet (tava), Grease the pan with ½ tsp oil and pour the whisked egg white omelette mixture onto the skillet. Turn the flame to low heat,
- As the top of the omelette begins to get cooked, using a flat spatula, flip the omelette and cook the opposite side as well for a minute.
- Once both sides are cooked, transfer the egg white spinach omelette to a serving plate and serve hot with mint chutney.
- Egg whites are a good source of protein that can help maintain muscle mass, provide satiety and promote healthy weight
- The nitrate content of spinach can help to lower blood pressure, while the fiber and antioxidants are great for heart health
- This recipe is also low in fat, making it a heart-healthy option
Nutritional Value per serving
Calories (kcal) |
Carbohydrates (g) |
Proteins (g) |
Fats (g) |
---|---|---|---|
53.98 |
1.37 |
6.5 |
2.5 |
Disclaimer: The information provided is for health awareness only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before making any changes to your lifestyle or treatment regime.
*Images used are for representation purpose only.
Reference:
- Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
- Longvah.T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
- Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 20th Jan 2023. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
- US Department of Agriculture. Food Data Search Results, Fish Salmon Atlantic farmed Cooked Dry Heat. Accessed 21st Feb 2023. Available at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175168/nutrients