When you’re trying to lose weight, skipping breakfast might seem like the right shortcut to shed pounds. Just a few hours “˜til lunch””you can make it, right? But missing the most important meal of the day makes it more likely you’ll munch on high-calorie snacks when mid-morning tummy rumbles kick in. And when you finally do eat a meal, you may go overboard.
Instead, fuel up first thing with something substantial, such as this Garden Veggie Omelet. It’s loaded with fresh vegetables and protein (nearly 25 grams!), giving you energy and nutrients you need to power through the morning.
Fresh Garden Veggie Omelet
Serves 1
Total calories: 384
Protein: 24.1 grams
Carbs: 15 grams
Fat: 25.3 grams
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
8 asparagus spears, chopped
3 mushrooms, chopped
3 large eggs
1 slice low-fat mozzarella cheese
Directions
1. Crack eggs into bowl and beat.
2. In medium-sized frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add veggies and sauté under tender.
3. Pour in eggs; lay cheese on top. Cook until almost set, about two minutes, then flip and cook until golden brown,