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title: "Chilean Lettuce Omelette — Homemade Tortilla de Lechuga Recipe"
description: "Versión en Español. 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..."
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date: 2026-09-27
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# Chilean Lettuce Omelette — Homemade Tortilla de Lechuga Recipe

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

![Golden lettuce and egg tortilla cut into portions](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/chilean-lettuce-omelette-tortilla-de-lechuga-featured.jpg)*Homemade Chilean tortilla de lechuga*

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

1. 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.

![Beaten eggs, the base of the lettuce tortilla](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/beaten-egg-milk-kuchen-dough.jpg)*Beaten eggs*

1. 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.

![Fresh romaine lettuce for the tortilla](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/romaine-lettuce-tortilla.jpg)*Romaine lettuce*

1. 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.

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