Low Carb Spinach and Cheese Omelet

Eggs are incredibly healthy for you, and you can enjoy them to your heart’s content on the ketogenic diet. Here’s a great, low-carb recipe for the classic spinach and cheese omelet.

Ingredients:

Non stick cooking spray

4 eggs

1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar

1 Tablespoon of your favorite fresh herb, such as parsley or chives

2/3 cup red pepper relish (see recipe)

Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste

To Make:

Spray a large frying pan to coat with non-stick cooking spray.  Combine eggs, a sprinkle of salt and the cayenne pepper in a bowl, and whisk with a fork. Pour into skillet and cook until mostly done but still moist. Remove from heat.

Add most of the spinach and 2 Tablespoons of red pepper relish. Top with chives or parsley. Use spatula to lift up the edges of the omelet and fold in half. Sprinkle with remaining spinach and red pepper relish. Add additional cheese and chives to taste.