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Green Onion Omelet

Green Onion Omelet on a plate
Makes: 4 Servings

In the spring, in areas where they grow, wild onions can be used in place of green onions. Yellow or white onions work as well.

Ingredients

  • 1 can low-sodium sliced potatoes, drained (about 15 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 whole egg
  • 3 egg whites
  • 3 tablespoons 1% low-fat milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup ham, diced
  • 1/2 can low-sodium tomatoes, drained (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon green onion (or wild onion), chopped

Directions

  1. Open and drain can of sliced potatoes. Cut sliced potatoes into strips.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, lightly brown potatoes in the vegetable oil for  5 to 10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, add egg, egg whites, milk, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Stir in ham, tomatoes, and green (or wild) onions.
  5. Pour egg mixture over potatoes in the skillet.
  6. Cover skillet and continue to cook eggs over medium heat until firm, not runny (about 8 minutes).
  7. Cut the omelet into four pieces and serve.

Notes

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Source:

A Harvest of Recipes with USDA Foods
USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 Portion
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 121
Total Fat 6 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 59 mg
Sodium 399 mg
Carbohydrates 10 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 9 g
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Calcium 44 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 358 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 121
Total Fat 6 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 59 mg
Carbohydrates 10 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 9 g
Minerals
Calcium 44 mg
Potassium 358 mg
Sodium 399 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 21 mg
Phosphorus 106 mg
Selenium 15 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 41 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 0.3 mcg
Vitamin C 9 mg
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 9 mcg
Folate 18 mcg
Thiamin 0.4 mg
Riboflavin 0.3 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 63 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Protein Foods 1 1/2 ounces
Vegetables 1/2 cups
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