Egyptian Spinach Omelet Recipe

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Egyptian Spinach Omelet
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Directions:

  1. Rinse and drain spinach; squeeze out excess water.
  2. Place spinach in saucepan over medium heat; cover with lid and allow to wilt.
  3. Remove from heat and drain in colander.
  4. Remove all excess water.
  5. Heat oil in large cast-iron skillet or other ovenproof skillet.
  6. Add chopped onions and cook until tender and lightly golden.
  7. Add tomatoes to skillet; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until tomato is tender and liquid is reduced.
  9. Preheat broiler.
  10. Beat eggs lightly in bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  11. Add nutmeg to flavor the eggs, stirring well.
  12. Add tomato mixture and spinach to beaten eggs and mix well.
  13. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in cast-iron or ovenproof skillet; pour mixture in.
  14. Top with canned chickpeas.
  15. Cook over low heat for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the bottom has set; then place under broiler to finish setting the top.
  16. It should be firm and lightly browned when it is done.
  17. Cut into slices and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 187.52 Kcal (785 kJ)
Calories from fat 124.75 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.86g 21%
Cholesterol 163.68mg 55%
Sodium 120.82mg 5%
Potassium 533.28mg 11%
Total Carbs 8.78g 3%
Sugars 2.72g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g 9%
Protein 8.53g 17%
Vitamin C 24.2mg 40%
Iron 2.6mg 15%
Calcium 95.5mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 97.4 Kcal (408 kJ)
Calories from fat 64.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.2g 21%
Cholesterol 85.02mg 55%
Sodium 62.76mg 5%
Potassium 277mg 11%
Total Carbs 4.56g 3%
Sugars 1.41g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1.19g 9%
Protein 4.43g 17%
Vitamin C 12.6mg 40%
Iron 1.4mg 15%
Calcium 49.6mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.4
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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