# @universityhousinganddining on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DBtdtuTJUq5
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/35135325-universityhousinganddining-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/31d8f976b5.jpg
- **Posted:** 2024-10-29T13:53:28.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** UT Austin Housing and Dining (@universityhousinganddining) — https://gondola.cc/universityhousinganddining

## Caption

Turning residence hall life into chef life 🍳 Omelets in the microwave, because who needs a stove? Here’s a quick meal hack from our UHD registered dietitians for when you don’t want to leave your room but still want a hearty breakfast! 

1. Microwave Omelet 
Prep Time: 3 minutes 
Cook Time: 3 minutes 
Total Time: 6 minutes 
Servings: 1 serving 
Ingredients 
Microwave Omelet Base Mixture: 
Olive oil or cooking spray 
2 large eggs 
1 tablespoon water 
Salt, to taste 
Pepper, to taste 

Optional Fillings/Toppings: 
2 tablespoons shredded cheese 
2 tablespoons Pico de Gallo 
1 tablespoon salsa 
Parsley 
Any other preferred fillings/toppings 

Utensils 
Measuring Cup (or small bowl, for mixing the eggs) 
Fork (for whisking the eggs) 
Microwave-Safe Plate (preferably with a lip, for cooking the omelet) 

Plastic Wrap (for covering the plate) 
Cooking Spray (to coat the plate) 
Oven Mitts or Kitchen Towel (for handling the hot plate) 
Spatula (optional, for folding the omelet) 

Instructions 
Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a measuring cup or small bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, salt, and pepper. 

Prepare the Plate: Spray a microwave-safe plate with cooking spray. (Using a plate with a lip around the edge is recommended.) 

Cook the Omelet: Pour the egg mixture onto the prepared plate. 
Cover the plate with plastic wrap, leaving a small gap for steam to escape. 
Microwave on high power for 3 minutes. (The omelet will puff up in the microwave; this is normal.) 

Cool and Add Fillings: Carefully remove the plate from the microwave and remove the plastic wrap. 
Let the omelet cool for 2-3 minutes. 
Add cheese and any other fillings of your choice. 
Fold the omelet over. 

Serve: Top with any desired toppings and serve immediately. 
Enjoy with greens, salsa, or any other sides you like.

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