Tomato Omelet

A tomato omelet is a simple, savory dish made by cooking beaten eggs with diced tomatoes, often seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes onions or herbs. It's a popular and quick meal found in many home kitchens worldwide, with variations across different cuisines. The dish is prized for its vibrant color, fresh taste, and ease of preparation.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of high-quality protein from the eggs and healthy fats from the cooking oil, with minimal carbohydrates from the tomatoes. It provides essential nutrients like vitamin C, lycopene from the tomatoes, and vitamins A, D, and B12 from the eggs. A typical single-serving omelet contains roughly 150-250 calories, depending on the number of eggs and amount of oil used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	6 g
Fat	13 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	280 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Vitamin A	15% DV
Vitamin C	12 mg
Vitamin D	1 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Calcium	50 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Phosphorus	140 mg

Per 1 omelet (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the tomato omelet is a universal comfort food, demonstrating how a few basic ingredients can be transformed into a satisfying meal across different cultures. Nutritionally, the pairing is unique as the fat in the eggs helps the body better absorb the fat-soluble lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes.