This carrot omelet recipe (tortilla de zanahoria) is simply delightful—perfect to enjoy all year round and ideal for those looking to eat lighter and healthier.
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How to Make a Carrot Omelet?
When making carrot omelet, it’s best to use fresh carrots grated just before preparation to enjoy the natural sweetness of this delicious vegetable.
Nutritional Facts
Each serving of carrot omelet contains approximately 250 kcal, 12 g of protein, 14 g of fat, 18 g of carbohydrates, 6 g of fiber, 6 g of sugars, 370 mg of cholesterol, and 160 mg of sodium.
Easy Carrot Omelet Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 5 large carrots
- 5 eggs
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 1 diced onion
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Preparation Steps
- Peel and wash the carrots, grate them using a manual stainless-steel grater, and set them aside. In a medium skillet, heat a bit of oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and add the grated carrots, sautéed onion, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix everything well with a wooden spoon. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Pour in the carrot mixture, level it, and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes until it releases from the base. Flip the omelet using a flat plate, turn the skillet over, level it again, and cook for another 3 minutes. Serve with boiled potatoes, primavera rice, or Chilean-style salads.
Additional Tips
Add a bit of grated cheese to the mixture before cooking for a creamy texture and richer flavor. Let it rest a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle and the omelet holds together when sliced.
Carrot Omelet in Thermomix
Place peeled and chopped carrots in the Thermomix bowl and grate for 5 seconds at speed 5. Add the remaining ingredients, mix for 10 seconds at speed 3 to combine, and cook in a skillet as usual.
Benefits and Properties
- Carrots are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, calcium, and magnesium—key nutrients for promoting good health and preventing disease.
- They are well known for supporting eye health thanks to their retinol content, which helps produce the pigment needed for the retina to detect light.
Did You Know?
Carrots naturally help regulate cholesterol and are rich in carotenoids that aid in managing diabetes. They’re also excellent antioxidants, supporting your immune system.
