Best 6 Classic Omelet With Spinach Basil Pesto Recipes

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Are you looking for a classic and time-honored recipe to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors? Look no further, because the classic omelet with spinach basil pesto effortlessly combines fresh ingredients to create a culinary delight. This dish not only boasts a vibrant and inviting appearance but also offers a delectable balance of textures and taste. As you savor each bite, you'll embark on a culinary journey where the fluffy softness of the omelet envelops the vibrant spinach and fragrant basil pesto, creating an unforgettable symphony of flavors.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH-BASIL PESTO



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Toss this rich, garlicky pesto with pasta or use as a spread. It also freezes well for fresh flavor over the winter. -Jaye Beeler, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 garlic cloves, halved
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1-1/2 cups loosely packed basil leaves
3/4 cup chopped walnuts or pine nuts, toasted
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
3/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place garlic in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add spinach, basil and walnuts. Pulse until chopped. Add cheese, salt and pepper. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Freeze option: Freeze pesto in freezer containers. To use, thaw in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SPINACH BASIL PESTO



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This sauce is perfect for freezing in an ice cube tray. I just pop out a couple of cubes from the freezer and add to a pasta dish for a quick and easy meal. The Parmesan cheese can be omitted and added after thawing. Pour any pesto you aren't using immediately into an ice cube tray, cover with plastic wrap, and store in freezer.

Provided by Dianne

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups baby spinach leaves
¾ cup fresh basil leaves
½ cup toasted pine nuts
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, peeled and quartered
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon zest
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Blend the spinach, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor until nearly smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula as necessary. Drizzle the remaining olive oil into the mixture while processing until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 87.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CLASSIC OMELETTE



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Classic French Omelette

Categories     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Self     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 omelette

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 to 1/3 cup filling (see below for suggestions)
1 teaspoon butter (or 2 teaspoons if sautéing filling)
2 eggs
1 tablespoon milk or water
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Herbs (optional)

Steps:

  • First, prepare the filling. A basic rule of thumb is that you need one quarter to one third cup of filling for every two eggs. If you are using a filling that needs to be cooked - such as apples, mushrooms, onions, peppers, leeks - quickly sauté in a small frying pan with 1 teaspoon of the butter. If you are making a cheese omelette, either slice the cheese thinly or grate it finely and put aside.
  • Crack the eggs into a small mixing bowl. Stir gently with a fork until well-beaten. Add the milk or water, salt and pepper, and any herbs, and set aside.
  • Heat a 6- to 8-inch omelette pan over high heat until very hot (approximately 30 seconds). Add the butter, making sure it coats the bottom of the pan. As soon as the butter stops bubbling and sizzling (and before it starts to brown), slowly pour in the egg mixture.
  • Tilt the pan to spread the egg mixture evenly. Let eggs firm up a little, and after about ten seconds shake the pan a bit and use a spatula to gently direct the mixture away from the sides and into the middle. Allow the remaining liquid to then flow into the space left at the sides of the pan.
  • Continue to cook for another minute or so until the egg mixture holds together. While the middle is still a little runny, add the filling. Put in sautéed vegetables or fruit first, near the center, then sprinkle any cheese on top.
  • Tilt the pan to one side and use the spatula to fold approximately one third of the omelette over the middle. Shake the pan gently to slide the omelette to the edge of the pan.
  • Holding the pan above the serving plate, tip it so the omelette rolls off, folding itself onto the plate. The two edges will be tucked underneath.
  • Optional Lowfat Fillings
  • Fresh herbs such as parsley, basil, rosemary, dill, tarragon, cilantro or chives Smoked salmon and scallions Yukon Gold potatoes and roasted peppers (for a "peasant omelette") Morel mushrooms Ratatouille Asparagus

CLASSIC OMELET WITH SPINACH-BASIL PESTO



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If things don't turn out exactly as planned when cooking an omelet, don't fret. Broken omelets make great scrambled eggs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 eggs, whisked
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon Spinach-Basil Pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat an 8-inch pan over medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Add oil and swirl to coat. Season eggs with salt and pepper and pour into pan.
  • Cook, occasionally tilting pan and lifting up set egg. Cook until omelet is just set, 3 to 4 minutes (be careful to not let the bottom brown).
  • Spread half the omelet with pesto and flip over other side. Continue to cook until pesto is warm, about 30 seconds more.

PESTO OMELET



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Make and share this Pesto Omelet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 1 omelet, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large eggs, beaten
1 small tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup sliced roasted red pepper, drained
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
2 tablespoons shredded romano cheese (may sub parmesean or feta)

Steps:

  • Combine eggs and tomato in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Haet greased, large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should immediately set at the edges.
  • Carefully push cooked mixture at edges toward center so uncooked portions can reach the hot pan surface, tilting pan as necessary.
  • While top is still moist and creamy-looking, top with roasted pepper, pesto and cheese.
  • Reduce heat to low; fold omelet in half. Cook an additional 2 minutes and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.2, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 437.7, Sodium 552, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.1, Protein 17.6

CLASSIC OMELETTE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: eggs, butter, spinach, tomato, mushroom, cheese, nira chive

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggs
1 tablespoon butter
spinach, cooked, optional
tomato, chopped, optional
mushroom, sliced and sautéed, optional
cheese, optional
nira chive, chopped, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, beat the eggs.
  • Melt the butter in a medium frying pan over medium heat.
  • Pour in the beaten eggs. Stir and shake the pan, moving the eggs around until a few curds form. Reduce the heat to low, then flatten the eggs until the still-runny egg covers the entire bottom of the pan. Add any fillings that you would like.
  • Let the omelette cook until the eggs are fully set, 1-2 minutes, then gently roll the omelette and transfer to a plate. The surface should be smooth with no color.
  • Sprinkle with chives, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh spinach and basil will give your omelet the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the eggs. Overcooked eggs will be tough and rubbery. Cook them until they are just set, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Be generous with the pesto. Pesto adds a delicious flavor to the omelet. Spread it on liberally before folding the eggs over.
  • Serve immediately. Omelets are best served hot, right out of the pan.

Conclusion:

This classic omelet with spinach, basil pesto is a quick, easy, and delicious breakfast, brunch, or lunch option. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a simple yet satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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