A Veggie Omelet in a Mug

Veggie Omelet in a Mug

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Making a veggie omelet has never been so easy! Combine all of your ingredients in a mug, pop it in the microwave, and breakfast is ready!

Ingredients 

  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 Tbsp Milk Low-fat
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Mushrooms Or your favorite veggie
  • 2 Tbsp Cheddar Cheese

Equipment

  • Microwave Safe Dish Or mug
  • Microwave

Instructions

  • Wash hands with soap and water.
  • Lightly grease the inside of a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug.
  • Use a fork to combine the eggs, milk, salt and pepper in the mug and stir well.  Mix in the vegetables and cheese.
  • Microwave on HIGH for 45 seconds. Stir. Return to the microwave and cook on HIGH until the mixture has puffed and set, 60 to 90 seconds. The omelet may look wet on the top but it will dry as it cools.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • To make a meal, serve with a slice of whole grain toast and fruit.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Veggie Omelet in a Mug
Serving Size
 
1 mug
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
272
Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
 
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
361
mg
120
%
Sodium
 
411
mg
18
%
Potassium
 
266
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
20
g
40
%
Vitamin A
 
824
IU
16
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
299
mg
30
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Cheddar Cheese, Eggs, Gound Black Pepper, Milk, Mushrooms, Salt