Cheesy Broccoli and Herb Omelet
A quick keto breakfast made with fluffy whisked eggs, tender broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese.
Prep
5 min
Cook
6 min
Total
11 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Dee + Lila
Dee created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
6 min
Total
11 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk
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Store leftover steamed broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Steam 0.5 cup chopped broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tbsp of water on HIGH for 90 seconds until bright green and tender-crisp.
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Crack 3 large eggs into a medium…
Crack 3 large eggs into a medium bowl, add a pinch of black pepper, and whisk vigorously with a fork for 30 seconds until uniform.
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an…
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an 8-inch (20cm) nonstick skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Pour the whisked eggs into the hot…
Pour the whisked eggs into the hot skillet, tilting the pan so the eggs cover the entire surface evenly.
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Cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes…
Cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is set and the top is slightly soft.
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Scatter the steamed broccoli and 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese over one half of the omelet.
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Use a spatula to fold the empty…
Use a spatula to fold the empty half of the omelet over the filling to form a half-moon shape.
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Turn off the heat and let the…
Turn off the heat and let the omelet sit in the warm pan for 1 minute until the cheese melts thoroughly.
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Transfer the omelet to a plate with…
Transfer the omelet to a plate with a spatula and serve immediately.
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