Savory Middle Eastern Spinach and Feta Omelette
A warm and comforting Middle Eastern inspired omelette filled with tender spinach, creamy feta, and fragrant spices which come together for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, loosely packed
- 2 to 3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 pinch ground cumin
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs with salt, pepper, and cumin until frothy.
- Warm a nonstick skillet over medium low heat and add olive oil or butter.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet and allow them to set gently.
- Sprinkle spinach, feta, and parsley over one side of the omelette.
- Let the eggs cook slowly until the bottom is set and the top remains slightly soft.
- Fold the omelette over the filling and cook for another minute to warm the cheese.
- Slide onto a plate and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for more even cooking.
- Do not rush the omelette, low heat gives the best texture.
- Squeeze any moisture from spinach if substituting with frozen.