📋Microwave Omelette in a Mug Recipe

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📋Microwave Omelette in a Mug Recipe

This Microwave Omelette in a Mug is a quick and easy breakfast that's perfect for busy mornings! It's also Weight Watchers Friendly.

Course Breakfast, brunch

Cuisine American, Canadian

Keyword eggs, microwave, mug, omelette

Prep Time 4

Cook Time 2

Total Time 6

Servings serving

Calories 220kcal

Author Terri Gilson

Ingredients

3 whole eggs
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon sliced black olives
1.5 tablespoon low fat sharp cheddar cheese

Garnish

salsa

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Instructions

Spray a large microwave safe mug (12 to 16 ounces) with non-stick cooking spray
Crack 3 eggs into the mug,
Add 1 tablespoon of water, green onion, black olives, grated cheese and beat with a fork.
Microwave for 30 second then remove and whisk with fork.
Microwave for another 30 seconds, remove again and whisk again.
Return to the microwave and cook for another 40 seconds (* This worked for my 1200 W microwave but you many need more or less time, depending on the wattage of your microwave)

Garnish

Garnish with salsa, if desired

Notes

Expert Recipe Tips:

Whisk well before microwaving. Beating the eggs thoroughly with the water helps incorporate air, which makes the omelette light and fluffy.

Use water, not milk. A small splash of water steams the eggs as they cook, helping them rise and stay tender without adding extra calories or WW points.

Microwave in intervals. Cooking in short bursts and stirring in between prevents overcooking and ensures the eggs cook evenly.

Don’t overfill the mug. Keep fillings to about 2–3 tablespoons total. Too many add-ins can prevent the omelette from cooking through and may cause overflow.

Grease the mug well. A good coating of non-stick spray or a light brushing of oil makes cleanup easier and allows you to slide the omelette onto a plate if you prefer not to eat it from the mug.

Adjust cooking time to your microwave. Microwaves vary in wattage, so start with less time and add in 10–15 second increments until the eggs are set.

Add cheese at the end for extra melt. If you like gooey, melted cheese, sprinkle a little on top right after cooking and let it sit for 1–2 minutes to melt from the residual heat.

Experiment with flavors. Try different combinations like spinach and feta, mushrooms and peppers, or salsa and jalapeños for variety without adding prep time.

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