Name: Egg White Tortilla with Spinach
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Spain
Ingredients: 200 g egg whites; 1 whole egg; 100 g fresh spinach; 1 tbsp olive oil; salt

High protein, low calorie, perfect for definition or a light dinner.

Ingredients

How many are you cooking for?

Original recipe for 1 servings

200 g egg whites
1 whole egg
100 g fresh spinach
1 tbsp olive oil
salt

Step by step

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Step 1 Pan 2 min

Sauté the spinach for 2 minutes with the olive oil. Work on medium heat and taste the salt at the end.
Step 2 Mix

Beat the egg whites with the whole egg and salt, pour over the spinach.
Step 3 Cook 2 min

Cook for 2 minutes, fold and serve. Watch the timing: the right point makes the difference.

Storage

Store in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave 1–2 min. Freeze only if the recipe allows.

Chef tips

Mise en place: chop and weigh before cooking so you don't run over time.
Taste for salt at the end; broths and canned foods already add sodium.
For meal prep, keep dressings separate until serving.

Allergens

No major allergens from the standard 14 in the base ingredient list.

Diet

🥬 Vegetarian

Variations

Substitutions for a vegan version

Instead of: egg

Use: crumbled firm tofu or a mixture of chickpea flour and water

Why: Egg binds and provides protein; tofu or chickpeas serve a similar function in sautés and omelets.

Tip: For scrambled eggs, use tofu; for binding doughs, 1 tablespoon chickpea flour + 2 tablespoons water per egg.

Other variations

Lighter version: reduce oil to 1 tablespoon and add more vegetables in Egg White Tortilla with Spinach.
Batch cook: double quantities and store in containers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Quick summary

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1 Sauté the spinach for 2 minutes with the olive oil. Work on medium heat and taste the salt at the end.
2 Beat the egg whites with the whole egg and salt, pour over the spinach.
3 Cook for 2 minutes, fold and serve. Watch the timing: the right point makes the difference.