Chilean tortilla de lechuga is a quick omelette made by mixing 4 beaten eggs with 2 cups of chopped, well-dried lettuce, a little onion, and grated cheese, cooking it in olive oil for about 5 minutes per side, and flipping it with a plate. It takes 10 minutes of preparation plus 10 minutes of cooking and serves 2 people.
It is a tasty, healthy way to add more vegetables to your diet, perfect for a fast, nutritious meal.
How to Make a Lettuce Omelette?
Chopped lettuce is mixed with beaten eggs and seasonings, then cooked in a skillet until golden and set on both sides.
Nutritional Information
Each serving of lettuce omelette contains approximately 250 kcal, 8 g of carbohydrates, 18 g of fat, 15 g of protein, 2 g of fiber, 4 g of sugars, 280 mg of cholesterol, and 300 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.
Homemade Chilean Tortilla de Lechuga Recipe
Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups of chopped lettuce
- 1 teaspoon of chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of grated cheese (optional)
- Olive oil
- Fine salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and add the chopped lettuce, onion, and, if you like, the grated cheese. Mix with a wooden spoon and season with salt and pepper. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat.
- Pour in the mixture, lower to medium heat, and spread it evenly with a spoon. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the edges start to brown and the surface bubbles.
- Flip the tortilla with a large plate and cook the other side for 5 more minutes, until golden and firm. Cut into portions and serve right away, on its own or with boiled potatoes or arroz primavera.
Additional Tips
Dry the lettuce well
Use a salad spinner or paper towels so the tortilla does not turn watery.
Cover instead of flipping
If you prefer not to flip it, cover the skillet for the last minutes so the top cooks through.
Choose firm lettuce
Romaine or butterhead keep their texture better when cooked.
| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lettuce | Spinach | 1:1 | Softer, darker |
| Grated cheese | Omit | Lighter | |
| Onion | Scallion | 1:1 | Milder |
| Olive oil | Butter | 1:1 | Richer |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Which lettuce works best?
Firm-leaf lettuces such as romaine or butterhead hold their texture when cooked.
2. How long does it keep?
Up to 2 days refrigerated in an airtight container; reheat in a skillet or microwave.
3. Is it suitable for low-carb diets?
Yes. It is a good option for low-carb and keto diets.
4. What should I serve it with?
Boiled potatoes, arroz primavera, or a fresh tomato salad.
What Is Tortilla de Lechuga?
Tortilla de lechuga is a Chilean home-style omelette with lettuce, a quick and economical way to use up salad greens.
Benefits of Lettuce
Lettuce provides vitamin A, vitamin K, potassium, and calcium, with very few calories.
Did You Know?
The word lettuce comes from the Latin lactuca, from lac, milk, a reference to the milky sap in its stems.
How to adapt this recipe to a vegan or vegetarian version?
How to adapt this recipe to a gluten-free version?
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