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Day 3 Breakfast: Ham & Goat Cheese Omelet + Fresh Cucumber

Prep Time:

5 Minutes

Cook Time:

7 minutes

Serves:

1

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

A fluffy, savory omelet filled with flavorful ham and creamy goat cheese, served with refreshing cucumber slices. Customize your breakfast by choosing your favorite type of eggs and cucumbers for added variety.

Ingredients

Ham & Goat Cheese Omelet:

  • 3 large eggs (Chicken eggs for mild flavor; Duck eggs for richer, creamier texture)

  • 2 tablespoons diced ham (no sugar added)

  • 2 tablespoons goat cheese crumbles

  • 1 tablespoon butter (grass-fed preferred)

  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Fresh Cucumber Slices:

4-5 slices fresh cucumber

Types of Cucumbers:

  • English cucumber for mild flavor and thin skin

  • Persian cucumber for sweetness and crunch

  • Garden cucumber peeled for a clean, mild taste.


Preparation

Ham & Goat Cheese Omelet:

  1. Brown the Ham (optional but recommended): Melt half the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham and cook 2-3 minutes until lightly browned, enhancing its savory flavor. Set aside briefly.

    Quick-Cooking Tip: Dice and pre-brown ham in larger batches, then refrigerate to have ready-to-use for multiple meals.

  2. Prepare Eggs: Whisk eggs (chicken for a traditional taste; duck eggs for added richness) gently in a bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

  3. Cook Omelet: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Pour eggs into skillet, cooking until partially set (about 2 minutes). Sprinkle browned ham and goat cheese crumbles on half of the omelet.

  4. Fold & Finish: Gently fold the empty half over the filling. Cook an additional minute to warm cheese. Slide omelet carefully onto a plate.

Fresh Cucumber Preparation:

  • Slice your chosen cucumber thinly for delicate crispness, thicker for a hearty crunch, or cut into spears for dipping.


Tips to Make it Even Easier:

  • Egg Prep Shortcut: Whisk eggs the night before, refrigerate covered, and pour directly into pan in the morning.

  • Pre-sliced Cucumbers: Slice and store cucumbers in airtight containers lined with paper towels to stay fresh and crisp.


Quick & Simple Flavor Boost Options (Optional):

  • Cucumber Herb Infusion: Toss cucumber slices briefly with chopped fresh dill or basil and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

  • Bacon & Chive Butter: Melt butter gently, adding crispy bacon bits and chopped fresh chives; drizzle lightly over omelet before serving.

  • Smoky Garlic Aioli: Mix sugar-free mayonnaise, smoked paprika, and fresh garlic; serve as a dipping sauce for cucumber slices or spoon over omelet.

  • Avocado & Lime Puree: Blend avocado, lime juice, and a pinch of sea salt into a creamy puree. Add as a dollop on top or as a side.

  • Tangy Mustard Sauce: Mix Dijon mustard, sour cream, and a squeeze of lemon for a tangy, creamy topping for your omelet.

  • Crispy Prosciutto Topping: Quickly bake prosciutto slices until crisp, then crumble lightly over the finished omelet.


Recipes Created by BloodSugarChef.com

Meal Plan by American Diabetes Society

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