Super easy spinach tortilla in 4 steps

Hello everyone! How are you all? I hope you're here today, eager to make something easy, because we're going to make a Spinach Omelet . Delicious, with a recipe as simple as washing and sautéing spinach, but with a result richer than any other .

Spinach is a great friend of this team , where we like to cook quickly, easily, without pressure, and healthily . We're happy with so little, or so much... it depends on how you look at it.

This recipe doesn't have much of an introduction; we need a little spinach and egg, which are our main ingredients. It sounds easy, and it is. But don't worry, that's not all. We'll talk about the ideal way to cook it, what care to take, and how to pair the spinach omelet to give this recipe the finishing touch.

About the spinach omelet

Making a spinach omelet is a great way to add some greenery to your breakfast. Here are some tips to help you make the perfect spinach omelet.

How to cook spinach without losing anything important

Spinach is like a queen. We love it because it provides us with many nutrients for a healthy diet, it's easy to combine , and it cooks in two seconds. Or, as an ace up its sleeve, it also lends itself to raw dishes and turns out delicious.

But what is the best way to cook spinach?

Paulina taught us a very easy way to cook spinach that we'll never forget. The best part is that this method works for any leafy vegetable, whether it's spinach, chard, or whatever you like.

How does it work?

The first thing to do is wash the vegetables thoroughly and, without drying or draining them, place them in a dry pot. Then, cook them over low heat with the lid on, without any liquid other than the liquid the vegetables have received from washing.

We leave it on the heat for about 5-7 minutes and check that when the spinach “faints,” it is time to remove it.

At this point, you'll have realized that what we're doing is a basic imitation of steaming , because with the lid on, that's exactly what happens. The vegetables left at the bottom of the pot are the only ones that boil; the rest are steamed, and it's worth it, rather than assembling the steamer or the whole system with the small pot and colander, which is a pain.

With this method (steaming), many more nutrients are preserved . But not as much as when we wash them thoroughly and simply use the raw leaf.

What is it like to eat raw spinach?

This is where our minds explode—because it's the most recommended way to eat spinach , but very few people eat it that way. We understand that it tastes delicious when cooked a little, and in one way or another, we always end up using it this way.

But every day we learn something new, and it never hurts to remember that this raw leaf is one of the best. We can use it in a diverse and original salad, just the way we like it.

?️ PLEASE NOTE: We emphasize again that you should always wash your vegetables thoroughly. Don't forget this and keep it in mind ❤️. 

Getting to the important thing, how we accompany a spinach omelet

Let's think about the main flavor that will stand out in each bite : that of the spinach.

mild, cauliflower-like yet slightly acidic flavor stands out . Consider these flavors paired with eggs, onion, and garlic... a whole range of possibilities. A well-made, characterful salad will definitely be the perfect accompaniment to this omelet.

A good example:

Creole sauce

A favorite and most popular choice for this type of dish. A Creole sauce perfectly accompanies this and any tortilla in the world.

We'll use this as an example, but consider that this tortilla is easily paired with any other salad or rice, and of course, we can also eat it on its own, and it's a delight to the palate.

Spinach Omelette Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of spinach.
• 1 onion.
• 1 garlic.
• 2 eggs.
• Olive oil.
• Salt.
• Pepper.
• Preferably grated cheese.

How to make a spinach omelet step by step

1. Wash all the vegetables thoroughly and chop them into small pieces. Once cooked, bring them to a boil and set aside.
2. On the other hand, finely chop the onion along with the garlic, sauté both in a little oil and set aside.
3. Using a fork, beat two eggs with a teaspoon of salt and a pinch of pepper. In a bowl, mix the cooled spinach with the sautéed onion, then add the grated cheese and beaten eggs.
4. Heat a frying pan with a little oil on the bottom. Once hot, pour the entire mixture into the pan. Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat. When the edges begin to loosen, place a plate on top to flip the tortilla and cook for 5 more minutes on the other side.

Can I prepare this omelet with chard?

Swiss chard and spinach are both leafy greens, but they have some important differences: Swiss chard is larger and has thicker stems, while spinach is smaller and has thinner stems. The answer is yes! It will just be a little more bitter, given the difference in flavor between the two vegetables.