Spanish Zucchini Omelette
A tender Spanish-style omelette packed with grated zucchini and carrot, finished with fresh parsley and chives.
Fits Celiac, Hashimoto's, Low-FODMAP and 16 more diets
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Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 1 medium zucchini, grated
- 1 medium carrot, finely grated
- ½ cup certified gluten-free rolled oats
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp water
Method
- Squeeze grated zucchini dry; stir with carrot, oats, chives, and water.
- Beat eggs, then fold into the vegetables until evenly combined.
- Warm olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
- Pour in mixture; cover and cook until the centre is set.12 min timer
- Loosen the edges, fold the omelette, and finish with parsley.
Why it works
- 65 and over: Soft omelette with finely grated, tender zucchini and carrot.
- Crohn's or colitis: Mild herbs and well-softened zucchini and carrot; no chili or alcohol.
- Wheat allergy: Certified gluten-free oats bind the eggs without wheat.
- Soy allergy: Olive oil, vegetables, herbs, and eggs; no soy ingredients.
- Shellfish allergy: Eggs and vegetables make the omelette, with no shellfish ingredients.
- Gluten-free: Certified gluten-free oats are the only grain ingredient.
- Dairy-free: Olive oil and eggs give the omelette richness without dairy.
- Anti-inflammatory: Eggs, vegetables, olive oil, and fresh herbs; no added sugar or processed meat.
- No pork: Eggs and vegetables form the dish, with no pork.
- Tree nut allergy: No tree nuts or nut-based ingredients.
- Milk allergy: Eggs, olive oil, vegetables, and herbs; no milk ingredients.
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