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Omelette with spinach and feta
The omelette with spinach and feta is appropriate for individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease as it contains nutrient-rich spinach and a good source of protein from eggs. However, the presence of dairy (feta and milk) may need to be modified for those with lactose intolerance or sensitivities.
Adapted from Kitchen Stories, by Alex Hiller
- Crohn’s and colitis
- Celiac
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Mediterranean
- Balanced
- Gluten-free
- Vegetarian
- Keto
- Low-carb
Ingredients
- 5 eggs
- 3 tbsp milk
- 5 oz spinach
- 3 oz feta
- freshly grated nutmeg
- salt
- pepper
- butter for frying
Method
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- In a frying pan, sauté the spinach until wilted. Season to taste with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Melt butter in frying pan, add eggs. Simmer on medium-low heat for approx. 1 min., then sprinkle spinach and feta on top.1 min timer
- Fold omelette to close, like you would a letter, and continue to cook until heated through.Transfer to plate and enjoy!
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