If you love starting your morning with a protein-packed, creamy, and flavourful breakfast, this Cottage Cheese Omelette is for you! By whisking cottage cheese directly into the eggs, you get an omelette that's extra fluffy with a deliciously creamy texture inside. Topped with more cottage cheese and fresh chives, it's simple, healthy, and ready in just 10 minutes.
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This cottage cheese omelette is ready in under 10 minutes, adaptable and high in protein and low in carbs. Perfect for breakfast or lunch, you can easily add lots of veggies to this to boost it nutritionally. This will keep you going right through to lunch.
Many people avoid omelettes because they think they are more complicated than scrambled eggs. But they are SO easy to make. The key is to really whisk the eggs to get a super fluffy omelette. This is a twist on our Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs.
Looking for more cottage cheese recipes? Why not try our comforting Cottage Cheese Marry Me Chicken, creamy Cottage Cheese Tzatziki, delicious Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse or our Starbuck copycat Cottage Cheese Egg Bites?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Eggs - Medium sized high welfare eggs.
- Cottage cheese - We used a fat free cottage cheese to keep it light, but you could use a higher fat percentage for cottage cheese in an omelette and it would make it extra creamy.
- Salt and pepper - Generously season your cottage cheese omelette.
- Butter - This is what it is cooked in, but you could use olive oil or an oil spray if you prefer.
- Chives - This is always my herb of choice for eggs and it goes really well with the creaminess of the cottage cheese too.
Cottage Cheese Omelette Variations
Veggie Boost - add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes, courgette (zucchini), or bell peppers. Any quick cooking vegetables will work.
Cheesy Twist - mix in grated cheddar cheese, mozzarella, or Parmesan for extra cheesiness.
Protein - fold in cooked bacon, ham, smoked salmon, or leftover chicken.
Herbs - swap chives for parsley, dill, or basil.
Spicy Kick - add chilli flakes or diced jalapeños to the egg mixture.
How To Make a Cottage Cheese Omelette
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 tablespoon of the cottage cheese per egg, salt, and pepper until smooth. The cottage cheese will add creaminess and a fluffy lift. Make sure to really whisk it well.
- Step 2: Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the butter (or oil). Let it melt and coat the bottom of the pan.
Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Tilt the pan slightly so it spreads evenly. Cook undisturbed for around 5 minutes minutes until the edges set.
- Step 3: Add the remaining cottage cheese to half of the omelette.
- Step 4: Carefully fold the omelette in half, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the centre is set but still soft.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with whole grain/sourdough toast and avocado for a balanced meal. Why not try making your own bagels with our Cottage Cheese Bagel recipe?
If you want a light breakfast, then serve with a side of fresh fruit salad or add a green side salad to make it lunch or dinner-worthy. Some spring onions (green onions) on top are good for added crunch.
For a heartier plate, serve alongside Baked Hash Browns or Baked Home Fries.
Meal Prep and Freezer Tips
- Make ahead: Whisk the eggs and cottage cheese mixture in advance and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Cook fresh when ready.
- Batch cooking: Cook several omelettes, let them cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer option: Wrap cooked omelettes individually in parchment paper, place in a freezer bag, and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warm. We also like to make these and then add to bagels with a slice of cheese and wrap them up for the freezer. An easy make ahead breakfast sandwich.
Dannii's Top Tips
- You could just add all the cottage cheese to the whisked eggs to save a step and a little bit of time.
- Use a small pan so the eggs don't spread too much. You want a nice thick omelette.
- Cook on medium-low heat to avoid browning and keep the omelette soft.
- If you prefer a fluffier texture, add a splash of milk or water when whisking.
- Don't overfill the omelette with add-ins - too much can cause it to break when folding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not really - the flavour blends into the eggs, leaving a subtle creaminess rather than a strong cottage cheese taste.
Absolutely. Replace the whole eggs with 5-6 egg whites and follow the same instructions.
Yes - just use a larger pan or cook omelettes in batches to avoid overcrowding.
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Recipe
Cottage Cheese Omelette (High Protein)
Ingredients
- 3 Eggs - medium
- 50 g (3 tablespoon) of Fat free cottage cheese - for the eggs
- 100 g (0.5 cups) of Fat free cottage cheese - for the filling
- 1 tablespoon of Butter
- 1 pinch of Sea salt
- 1 pinch of Ground black pepper
- Fresh chives - to serve; optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together 3 Eggs, 50 g of Fat free cottage cheese, 1 pinch of Sea salt and 1 pinch of Ground black pepper until smooth. The cottage cheese will add creaminess and a fluffy lift. Make sure to really whisk it well.
- Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of Butter (or oil). Let it melt and coat the bottom of the pan.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Tilt the pan slightly so it spreads evenly. Cook undisturbed for around 5 minutes minutes until the edges set.
- Add 100 g of Fat free cottage cheese to half the omelette.
- Carefully fold the omelette in half, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the centre is set but still soft.
- Serve topped with chopped Fresh chives.
Recipe Tips
- You could just add all the cottage cheese to the whisked eggs to save a step and a little bit of time.
- Use a small pan so the eggs don't spread too much. You want a nice thick omelette.
- Cook on medium-low heat to avoid browning and keep the omelette soft.
- If you prefer a fluffier texture, add a splash of milk or water when whisking.
- Don't overfill the omelette with add-ins - too much can cause it to break when folding.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Ta says
My first cottage cheese omlette, lovely thanks:)