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title: "Chilean Cauliflower Omelette — Homemade Tortilla de Coliflor Recipe"
description: "Versión en Español. Chilean tortilla de coliflor is a fluffy omelette made by boiling cauliflower florets for 10 minutes, sautéing them briefly with garlic in olive oil, mixing them with 6 beaten eggs..."
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date: 2026-09-27
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# Chilean Cauliflower Omelette — Homemade Tortilla de Coliflor Recipe

[Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-tortilla-de-coliflor/)

![Chilean cauliflower and parsley tortilla served in slices](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/chilean-cauliflower-omelette-tortilla-de-coliflor-featured.jpg)*Homemade Chilean tortilla de coliflor*

Chilean tortilla de coliflor is a fluffy omelette made by boiling cauliflower florets for 10 minutes, sautéing them briefly with garlic in olive oil, mixing them with 6 beaten eggs and chopped parsley, and cooking the mixture in a skillet for a couple of minutes per side. It takes 15 minutes of preparation plus 30 minutes of cooking and serves 2 people.

It is a simple, healthy lunch that combines the texture of cauliflower with the softness of eggs.

## How to Make a Cauliflower Omelette?

This omelette needs very few ingredients and is ready in about 45 minutes. The cauliflower is boiled, flavored with garlic, and bound with eggs and parsley.

## Nutritional Information

Each serving of cauliflower omelette contains approximately 250 kcal, 10 g of carbohydrates, 18 g of fat, 15 g of protein, 3 g of fiber, 3 g of sugars, 375 mg of cholesterol, and 450 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.

## Homemade Chilean Tortilla de Coliflor Recipe

**Preparation:** 15 minutes
**Cooking:** 30 minutes
**Servings:** 2 people

### Ingredients

- 500 g (1.1 lb) of cauliflower
- 6 eggs
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley
- Fine salt
- Black pepper

### Instructions

1. Wash the cauliflower, separate it into florets, discard the leaves, and place in a large pot. Cover with boiling water, add a teaspoon of salt, and cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, checking with a knife. Drain and set aside.

![Boiled cauliflower florets for the tortilla](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/boiled-cauliflower-florets-tortilla.jpg)*Cauliflower florets*

1. In a medium skillet, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat, add the chopped garlic, and sauté without letting it brown. Add the cauliflower, toss gently, and sauté for 2 more minutes over low heat.

![Garlic for sautéing the cauliflower](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/peeled-garlic-cloves-arvejado.jpg)*Garlic*

1. In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, beaten eggs, and chopped parsley, season with salt and pepper, and mix. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

![Olive oil for cooking the tortilla](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/olive-oil-sofrito-tuna-antipasto.jpg)*Olive oil*

1. Pour in the mixture evenly and cook for a couple of minutes per side without letting it dry out. Serve right away with salads, potatoes, rice, or your favorite side.

## Additional Tips

### Buy fresh cauliflower

Store cauliflower in a perforated bag in the coldest part of the refrigerator for no more than 7 days.

### Drain well

Let the boiled cauliflower drain thoroughly so the tortilla is not watery.

### Keep it moist

Cook just until set so the inside stays tender.

| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cauliflower | Broccoli | 1:1 | Greener, stronger flavor |
| Parsley | Chives | 1:1 | Milder |
| Olive oil | Butter | 1:1 | Richer |
| Plain | With grated cheese | 1/4 cup | Creamier |

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

### 1. Can I use frozen cauliflower?

Yes. Cook it briefly, drain it very well, and pat it dry before mixing with the eggs.

### 2. How do I flip it?

Slide it onto a large plate, then invert it back into the skillet.

### 3. Is it suitable for low-carb diets?

Yes. Cauliflower and eggs make it a naturally low-carb meal.

### 4. How long does it keep?

Up to 2 days in the refrigerator; reheat in a skillet over low heat.

## What Is Tortilla de Coliflor?

Tortilla de coliflor is a Chilean home-style cauliflower and egg omelette, a light, healthy lunch.

## Benefits of Cauliflower

Cauliflower is low in calories and provides fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K.

## Did You Know?

Cauliflower and broccoli are varieties of the same species, Brassica oleracea, along with cabbage and kale.

## Recommended

- [Chilean Cauliflower Fritters](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-crispy-cauliflower-fritters-fritos-de-coliflor-recipe/)
- [Chilean Cauliflower Cheese Bake](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-cauliflower-cheese-bake-budin-de-coliflor-recipe/)
- [Chilean Green Bean Omelette](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-green-bean-omelette-tortilla-de-porotos-verdes-recipe/)
- [Chilean Rice Omelette](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-rice-omelette-tortilla-de-arroz-recipe/)