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From a series of recipes by Xali: Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Dill Omelette

<p dir="ltr">This colourful omelette will have everyone satisfied. Create a super thin egg mixture and add plenty of herbs and lots of greens. Spinach is rich in antioxidants and is also considered a ‘cooling food’, which helps to combat inflammation and ease hot flushes.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Serves:</strong> 2</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Prep: </strong>10 mins</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Cook: </strong>10 mins</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Ingredients:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Eggs - 4 whole</p> <p dir="ltr">Parsley, flat-leaf chopped - 2 tbsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Dill, fresh chopped + a few sprigs dill - 1 tbsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Pinch salt</p> <p dir="ltr">2 whole Cracked black pepper - 1/2 tsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Olive oil - 2 tsp</p> <p dir="ltr">Smoked salmon - 4 pieces</p> <p dir="ltr">Spinach, fresh - 1 cup</p> <p dir="ltr">Sugar snap peas trimmed - 1/2 cup</p> <p dir="ltr">Asparagus spears sliced in half lengthwise - 8 whole</p> <p dir="ltr">Silverbeet finely shredded - 1/2 cup</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Method:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">1. Whisk eggs with parsley, chopped dill, salt and cracked black pepper.</p> <p dir="ltr">2. Heat oil in a medium sized skillet or omelette pan. Pour in egg mixture and cook over medium heat to set eggs for 4 minutes, then layer with smoked salmon and spinach.</p> <p dir="ltr">3. Fold omelette over carefully in the pan and continue to cook for a further 3 minutes until the salmon has cooked and spinach wilted.</p> <p dir="ltr">4. Meanwhile in a separate saucepan, steam or gently boil the sugar snap peas, asparagus spears and silverbeet for about 3 minutes, strain, pat dry and keep warm.</p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-b01d594e-7fff-1b6d-fe13-757ab6be22d6"></span></p> <p dir="ltr">5. Transfer to a serving plate, add some fresh dill to garnish and serve with steamed greens.</p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Image: Supplied</em></p>

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Feel fuller for longer with a roast sweet potato and cherry tomato omelette

<p>A perfect breakfast after an early morning walk or workout, this omelette is sure to leave you feeling full and satisfied.</p> <p><strong>Serves: </strong>1</p> <p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p> <ul> <li>3 eggs</li> <li>½ small sweet potato (cubed)</li> <li>¼ bunch of fresh parsley finely chopped</li> <li>6 cherry tomatoes</li> <li>2 large handfuls fresh spinach</li> <li>½ tsp smoked paprika</li> <li>Salt and pepper</li> </ul> <p><strong>Directions</strong></p> <ol> <li>Cut the sweet potato into small cubes and lay onto an oven tray and roast until soft at 180°C. They should only take about 10-12 minutes. Half way through cooking throw the cherry tomatoes onto the tray and roast for the remaining time.</li> <li>Microwave the spinach in a bowl for 30s.</li> <li>Whisk the eggs then season with salt and pepper and smoked paprika, pour into a pan on medium heat. Stir the eggs quickly once or twice then evenly scatter the sweet potato and cherry tomatoes across half of the omelette, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top then carefully fold the other half over the top.</li> <li>Slide onto a plate and serve. I love a little squeeze of spicy sriracha sauce over the top.</li> </ol> <p><em>Recipe courtesy of Richard Kerrigan, <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rkthebeachlife/">The Beach Life</a></u>, Qualified Chef and Personal Trainer. Republished with permission of <a href="https://www.wyza.com.au/recipes/roast-sweet-potato-and-cherry-tomato-omelette.aspx">Wyza.com.au</a>.</em></p>

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Smoked salmon omelette

<p>Smoked salmon is a fantastic protein source, rich in healthy omega 3 fats. The combination of protein and good fats provides blood sugar control, satiety, exercise recovery and a metabolism geared to burning fat for fuel.</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Serves:</span></strong> 1</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>¼ teaspoon olive oil</li> <li>2 eggs, beaten</li> <li>1 spring onion, finely sliced</li> <li>2 asparagus spears, trimmed and roughly chopped</li> <li>50 g smoked salmon, torn into flakes</li> <li>Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper</li> <li>Handful of rocket</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Method:</span></strong></p> <ol> <li>Preheat the grill to high.</li> <li>Heat the oil in a small frying pan over a medium heat. Pour in the beaten egg and tilt the pan so it covers the base, then scatter over the spring onion, asparagus and smoked salmon pieces. Season generously with salt and pepper and cook for 3 minutes, then place the pan under the grill and cook for a further 3 minutes, or until the omelette is lightly browned and cooked to your liking.</li> <li>To serve, slide the omelette onto a plate and top with the rocket leaves.</li> </ol> <p><img width="130" height="171" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/38229/28-by-sam-wood-cover_130x171.jpg" alt="28 By Sam Wood Cover" style="float: right;"/></p> <p><em>This is an edited extract from</em> 28 by Sam Wood<em> published by Hardie Grant Books RRP $39.99 and is available in stores nationally. Food Photography: Chris Middleton / Lifestyle Photography: Rich MacDonald</em></p>

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Spanish omelette with chorizo and tomato

<p>Add some flair to your weekend brunch with this satisfying Spanish-inspired omelette.</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients: </span></strong></p> <ul> <li>1 tablespoon oil</li> <li>1 small onion, sliced</li> <li>1 chorizo sausage, sliced</li> <li>150g cherry tomatoes</li> <li>½ cup flat leaf parsley, torn</li> <li>1 tablespoon chives, chopped</li> <li>6 eggs</li> <li>Salt and pepper, to season</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Method: </span></strong></p> <p>1. Heat grill to high.</p> <p>2. Add oil to large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook for three minutes or until soft.</p> <p>3. Add chorizo and tomatoes, stirring for one minute. Remove from pan and set chorizo and tomato aside.</p> <p>4. Lightly whisk eggs together. Stir in most of the chives, leaving some to garnish. Season with salt and pepper.</p> <p>5. Return frying pan to heat and when hot, pour in eggs. Swirl egg mixture so it evenly covers pan. Scatter in chorizo, tomato, chives and parsley.</p> <p>6. Place pan under grill, cooking for two to three minutes or until lightly browned and set. Cut into wedges and serve.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/10/baked-ziti/"><em>Baked ziti</em></a></strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/10/broccoli-mac-and-cheese-bowls/"><em>Broccoli mac and cheese bowls</em></a></strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/09/best-ever-beef-lasagne/"><em>Best-ever beef lasagne</em></a></strong></span></p>

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