Red and Yellow Bell Pepper Omelets
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
4 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
1. In a large nonstick pan over medium heat, warm oil; add red and yellow bell peppers and cook, stirring frequently for 4 to 5 minutes. Keep warm over low heat.
2. In a small bowl, lightly whisk together egg whites, basil, and ground black pepper.
3. Coat a small nonstick pan with nonstick cooking spray. Warm over medium-high heat fo 1 minute. Add half of the egg mixture, swirling the pan to evenly coat the bottom. Cook for 30 seconds or until the eggs are set.
4. Carefully loosen and flip. Cook for 1 minute or until firm.
5. Sprinkle half of the red and yellow bell peppers over the eggs. Fold to enclose the filling. Transfer to a place. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese.
6. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture, peppers, and cheese.
Makes 2 servings. 1 omelet per serving.
Prep time 10 minutes
Cook time 15 minutes.
Recipe compliments of Healthy Latino Recipes
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