Quick & Easy

44 best omelette recipes for easy breakfast (or lunch or any meal)

Omelette, the true hero of egg dishes.
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Fantastic for breakfast, they also make an easy lunch or dinner. Omelettes are so versatile they work with any fillings and we’ve put together a few of our favourites.

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spinach, goat's cheese and prosciutto rolled omelette

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Spinach, goat’s cheese and prosciutto rolled omelette

Spinach, goat’s cheese and prosciutto rolled omelette

This is, quite possibly, the best omelette ever. It’s like a breakfast burrito, gift wrapped in fluffy, eggy goodness. Serve with a tomato basil salad.

cheese and herb egg-white omelette

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Cheese and herb egg white omelette

Cheese and herb egg white omelette

This egg white omelette recipe is a tasty way to start the day.

chorizo and tomato omelette with chilli beans

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Chorizo and tomato omelette with chilli beans

Chorizo and tomato omelette with chilli beans

The frying pan goes under the grill in this recipe, so you need a frying pan with an ovenproof handle, or cover the handle with a few layers of foil to protect it from the heat of the grill.

rocket, gruyère and ham soufflé omelette

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Rocket, gruyère and ham soufflé omelette

Rocket, gruyère and ham soufflé omelette

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Mushroom and blue cheese soufflé omelette

Mushroom and blue cheese soufflé omelette

This fluffy soufflé omelette gets its airy lift from beaten egg whites.

smoked salmon and mascarpone omelette

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Smoked salmon and mascarpone omelette

Smoked salmon and mascarpone omelette

spanish tortilla with chorizo salsa recipe

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Spanish tortilla with chorizo salsa

Spanish tortilla with chorizo salsa

This gorgeous Spanish omelette or Spanish tortilla brings together Spain’s most iconic flavours.

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Mushroom and goat’s cheese omelette

Mushroom and goat’s cheese omelette

This healthy mushroom and goat’s cheese omelette takes only a few minutes to prepare but delivers delicious flavours. Fresh veg and high protein eggs

Bacon and cheese omelette

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Bacon and cheese omelette

Bacon and cheese omelette

Bacon, eggs and cheese – it’s a classic combo for good reason.

ZUCCHINI AND MUSHROOM OMELETTE

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Zucchini and mushroom omelette

Zucchini and mushroom omelette

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Asian tofu omelette wrap

Asian tofu omelette wrap

Get inventive tonight with this fresh and tasty Asian inspired tofu omelette wrap! Full of delicious authentic flavour, this dish will have you coming back for more. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

thai prawn omelette rolls

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Thai prawn omelette rolls

Thai prawn omelette rolls

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Japanese omelette wraps

Japanese omelette wraps

Japanese-marinated protein of your choice – chicken, tofu or prawn – wrapped up with rice, lettuce and sweet potato inside an egg omelette.

triple mushroom omelette

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Triple mushroom omelette

Triple mushroom omelette

Eggs are delicious in the morning, and with an Asian flare this is a new and exciting way to prepare them.

spanish omelette

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Spanish omelette

Spanish omelette

seafood omelette

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Seafood omelette

Seafood omelette

cheesy ham omelette

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Cheesy ham omelette

Cheesy ham omelette

Nothing beats a simple omelette packed with salty ham and oozing cheese for a simple breakfast or easy lunch.

Thick omelette

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Thick omelette

Thick omelette

Fine Herbes Omelette

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Fine herbs omelette

Fine herbs omelette

Whether you’re looking for a quick, healthy breakfast before work or a lazy Sunday brunch, this omelette will work for you. No need to over-complicate things, just mix fresh herbs through the eggs and enjoy with crusty bread.

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Spicy zucchini omelette

Spicy zucchini omelette

Spice up dinner tonight with this healthy and flavoursome spicy zucchini omelette – fresh, lean and satisfying. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Wok-seared mushroom omelettes

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Wok-seared mushroom omelettes

Wok-seared mushroom omelettes

This Asian-styled wok-seared mushroom omelette is also stuffed with capsicum, chilli, sprouts, coriander and green onions. A lovely light lunch.

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Basic omelette

Basic omelette

Eggs-actly what you need!

cheesy omelettes

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Cheesy omelettes

Cheesy omelettes

Prawn omelette

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Prawn omelette

Prawn omelette

Chinese omelettes

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Chinese omelettes

Chinese omelettes

It’s something special.

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Thai beef omelettes

Thai beef omelettes

Take your taste buds to Thailand with this filling and nutritious beef omelette, full of delicious authentic flavour and texture!

Spiced vegetable omelettes

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Spiced vegetable omelettes

Start your day off on the right tastebuds with this delicious spicy vegetarian omelette.

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French omelette

French omelette

For a fast, nutritious and filling hot breakfast or lunch, a simple omelette is the way to go. For lunch, serve with salad or crusty bread.

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Shredded omelette salad

Shredded omelette salad

This quick and easy Asian salad is perfect for a light lunch or summer dinner.

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Chinese omelette wrap

Chinese omelette wrap

Not your traditional wrap, these Chinese omelettes are as tasty as they are fun to create.

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Egg white omelettes

Egg white omelettes Fluffy and light as air, this egg white omelette is stuffed with mushrooms, bacon, herbs and cheese.

vegetable curry omelette rolls

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Vegetable curry omelette rolls

Vegetable curry omelette rolls

This spicy, savoury omelette is a great start to the day for breakfast, or if you prefer it can even be whipped together for a quick lunch or dinner.

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Swiss chard omelette

Swiss chard omelette

This feta omelette is proof that keeping a recipe simple can yield satisfying results. Whip this tasty breakfast up in just 10 minutes.

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Rhubarb and strawberry souffle omelette

Rhubarb and strawberry souffle omelette

Omelettes don’t always have to be savoury. Put some sugar and berries into it and voila, you have yourself a dessert (or a sweet breakfast if that’s more your style).

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Rice omelette

Rice omelette

Indonesians love to enhance the flavour of meat, which they use in small amounts, with fish sauces. In this simple rice omelette by Australian table, oyster sauce contrasts with the chicken.

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Denver omelette

Denver omelette

This omelette is called a “Western” in most states east of the Mississippi River and a “Denver” in the western half of the United States.

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Fluffy jam omelette

Fluffy jam omelette

If scones and jam are your go-to morning or afternoon tea then try this fresh take on the British class.

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Farmhouse omelette

Farmhouse omelette

Whether you’re serving it up for brunch or dinner, this tasty baked omelette is sure to go down a treat.

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Manu Fieldel’s sweet omelette souffle with berries

Manu Fieldel’s sweet omelette souffle with berries

This gorgeous dessert from Manu Feildel’s cookbook, ‘More Please!’ is definitely one to make when you want to impress your friends. It’s easier than a soufflé but just as light, sweet and delicious.

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Masala omelette

Masala omelette

Spice up your breakfast omelette with this popular Indian recipe.

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Breakfast omelette

Breakfast omelette

Packed full of goodness and delicious flavours, this sausage and cheese omelette is a hearty breakfast that is sure to set your day off to a good start.

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Souffle omelette

Souffle omelette

Separating the eggs in this way results in this light, fluffy souffle omelette by Woman’s Day. Topped with mediterranean vegetables and served with salad, it’s a complete and healthy meal.

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Asian omelette

Asian omelette

Omelettes are no longer restricted to breakfasts – enjoy this delicious Asian spiced vegetarian omelette any time of the day.

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Spinach omelette

Spinach omelette

Healthy and delicious, the perfect breakfast for when you want to fill up but also are watching your diet.

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