Green Onion Omelet
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) nutrition facts
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil nutrition facts
- 1 whole egg nutrition facts
- 3 egg whites nutrition facts
- 3 tablespoons 1% low-fat milk nutrition facts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt nutrition facts
- 1/2 cup ham, diced nutrition facts
- 1/2 can low-sodium tomatoes, drained (about 8 ounces) nutrition facts
- 1 tablespoon green onion (or wild onion), chopped nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts per serving
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 184 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 283 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrates | 16 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Total sugars | 2 g | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
| Vitamin D | 1 µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 8% |
Nutrition analysis per serving as published by USDA with the recipe. % DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults.
Directions
- Open and drain can of sliced potatoes. Cut sliced potatoes into strips.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, lightly brown potatoes in the vegetable oil for 5 to 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, add egg, egg whites, milk, and salt. Mix well
- Stir in ham, tomatoes, and green (or wild) onions.
- Pour egg mixture over potatoes in the skillet.
- Cover skillet and continue to cook eggs over medium heat until firm, not runny (about 8 minutes).
- Cut the omelet into four pieces and serve.
Notes
Learn more about: Potatoes Tomatoes Onions
Source
A Harvest of Recipes with USDA Foods USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
Published on USDA MyPlate Kitchen (www.myplate.gov/recipes/green-onion-omelet, retired by USDA in January 2026; archived copy). A work of the US federal government, in the public domain.
General nutrition information, not medical advice.