Skillet Egg Roll with Lettuce
This egg roll with lettuce is a simple, different and tasty recipe for breakfast or a quick snack. The egg whites are mixed with very finely chopped lettuce and cooked in a skillet with olive oil, then the beaten yolks are added to create a soft, beautiful and nutritious roll.
Equipment
- knife For cutting the lettuce into thin pieces.
- cutting board For supporting the lettuce while cutting.
- Bowls For separating whites, yolks and mixing ingredients.
- spoon For helping separate the yolks from the whites.
- fork or whisk For beating the yolks until smooth.
- skillet For cooking and rolling the eggs.
- spatula For rolling carefully.
- Serving dish For serving and cutting the finished roll.
Ingredients
- 1 leaf lettuce cut into very thin pieces
- 2 eggs
- olive oil for greasing the skillet
- ketchup for serving, optional
Instructions
- Cut the lettuce leaf into very thin pieces and set aside.
- Crack the eggs into a bowl and carefully separate the yolks from the whites.
- Place the yolks in another container and set aside.
- Mix the chopped lettuce with the egg whites until evenly distributed.
- Beat the yolks until smooth and homogeneous.
- Heat a skillet with a little olive oil and spread the egg whites with lettuce.
- When the mixture sets, start rolling it carefully with a spatula.
- Add the beaten yolks to the remaining part of the skillet and spread well.
- Let the yolks cook until set, then roll them together with the egg white and lettuce part to form a roll.
- Transfer to a serving dish, cut into pieces and serve. Add ketchup if desired.
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Notes
Separate the yolks carefully so they do not break and mix the lettuce well into the egg whites for even distribution. Use low or medium-low heat so the eggs set without burning. Roll gently with a spatula, as the egg layer can tear if it is too thin. Serve plain or with ketchup, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 13gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 920IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2mg
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