Mediterranean Supper Omelet With Fennel Olives And Dill Food

LOADED MEDITERRANEAN OMELETTE

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, add the eggs, milk, baking powder (if using), spices, salt and pepper. Quickly and vigorously whisk to combine.
• In a 10-inch non-stick skillet, heat extra virgin olive oil until shimmering but not smoking. Be sure to tilt the skillet to coat the bottom well with oil.
• Pour the egg mixture in and immediately stir with a heat-resistant spatula for like 5 seconds. Then push the cooked portions at the edge toward the center, tilting the pan to allow uncooked egg to fill in around the edges. When no more egg runs to the sides, continue to cook until almost set and the bottom is light golden (about 1 minute.) Remember, the omelette has more time to cook once filled and folded.
• Remove the skillet from the heat. Spoon a good portion of the toppings onto the center third of the omelette. Use the spatula to fold. Add the remainder of the toppings on top. Sprinkle a little more fresh herbs.
• Slice the omelette into two halves and serve hot. If you like, add a side of Greek tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread. Enjoy!

OMELET

Steps:

• Crack the warm eggs into a bowl, add salt and blend with a fork. Heat a 10-inch nonstick aluminum pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the butter and brush around the surface of the pan. Pour the eggs into the center of the pan and stir vigorously with a rubber spatula for 5 seconds. As soon as a semi-solid mass begins to form, lift the pan and move it around until the excess liquid pours off into the pan. Using your spatula, move it around the edge of the egg mixture to help shape into a round and loosen the edge. Let the omelet sit in the pan for 10 seconds without touching.
• Shake the pan to loosen from the pan. Lift up the far edge of the pan and snap it back toward you. Using your spatula, fold over one-third of the omelet. Slide the omelet onto a plate and fold over so that the omelet is a tri-fold. Coat with the remaining butter and sprinkle with the chives. Serve immediately.

35 MEDITERRANEAN DIET RECIPES: GREEK ORZO SALAD & MORE!

Steps:

• Prepare the orzo according to the package instructions. Taste the orzo a few minutes before completion to ensure it's 'al dente' (chewy, but with a little firmness in the center). When it's done, drain it and then rinse it under cold water until it comes to room temperature.
• Place the chickpeas in a bowl with the lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
• Mince the red onion, then place it in a bowl with water (this helps to remove the sharp onion taste). Dice the cucumber. Dice the roasted red pepper. Chop the herbs.
• Stir together the orzo, chickpeas and bowl of lemon juice, red onion, cucumber, red pepper, dill, mint, white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, feta crumbles, black olives, and several grinds of black pepper. Taste and if necessary, season with more kosher salt.

MEDITERRANEAN OMELET

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk and set aside.
• Grease the inside of the omelet maker with just a bit of olive oil. Add the spinach, peppers and tomato. Microwave for 30 seconds. Add the egg mixture and give it a stir. Microwave for 2 1/2 minutes or until set in the middle. Add the feta and olives. Fold over and serve with a sprinkling of parsley and additional tomato and cheese if desired.

EASY ONE PAN MEDITERRANEAN COD

Steps:

• In a large skillet (ideally with high sides) over medium heat, cook onion, fennel, and garlic in olive oil for 8 minutes, season with salt and pepper (about 1/4 tsp of each). Add canned diced tomato, fresh tomato, kale, and water. Stir well and cook for 12 minutes. Add crushed red pepper, fresh oregano, and olives.
• Prepare fish, season with salt, pepper, orange zest and fennel seeds (optional). Nestle fish into kale tomato stewing mixture. Cover pan and cook for 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat, and finish with fennel fronds, more fresh oregano, more orange zest, and a drizzle of olive oil on top.
• Serve immediately.

TUNA SALAD WITH FENNEL, PRESERVED LEMON, CAPERS, AND DILL

Steps:

• Stir together all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning, spices, and mayonnaise to your liking, and serve.

MEDITERRANEAN SUPPER OMELET WITH FENNEL, OLIVES, AND DILL

Steps:

• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fennel bulb; sauté until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Cover and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes and mash with fork; mix in olives. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to medium bowl.
• Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to same skillet; heat over medium-high heat. Add beaten eggs and cook until eggs are just set in center, tilting skillet and lifting edges of omelet with spatula to let uncooked portion flow underneath, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle half of cheese over half of omelet, then top with fennel mixture. Sprinkle dill over, then remaining cheese. Using spatula, fold uncovered half of omelet over cheese; slide onto plate. Garnish with chopped fennel fronds and serve.

FENNEL & OLIVE OMELET

Steps:

• Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add fennel, sautéing until lightly browned. Add garlic and tomatoes and sauté five minutes more. Transfer to a bowl and mix in olives and basil. Salt to taste. Warm remaining olive oil in a skillet. Add half of the beaten eggs to the skillet. As the eggs cook, use a spatula to lift the edges of the omelet and tilt the skillet so uncooked egg comes in direct contact with the pan. After about three minutes, when the eggs are mostly set, add half of tomato mixture to one side of the eggs. Using a spatula, fold the uncovered half of the omelet over the top; cook a minute more and slide onto plate. Repeat to make second omelet.