AYURVEDA BREAKFAST OMELET

Ayurveda Breakfast Omelet

A Nourishing, Digestive-Friendly Start to the Day

Looking for a hearty, satisfying, and easy-to-digest breakfast? This Ayurvedic omelet recipe is a great alternative to traditional hard-boiled or fried eggs. It’s warming, protein-rich, and supports muscle, fat, and nerve tissue nourishment.

Eggs in Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, eggs are considered:

• Brhmana (building) – support strength, stamina & virility

• A muscle and reproductive tonic (great for Ojas)

• Nourishing to the skin and nervous system

However, their Ayurvedic energetics vary:

Cautions

• Pitta Imbalance (e.g. acne, heat, inflammation): Limit yolks or use whites only

• Cholesterol Concerns: Egg yolks are high in cholesterol — consult a practitioner

• Poor Digestion: Combine wisely — avoid mixing with dairy or fruit (see Food Combination Chart)

Ayurvedic Breakfast Omelet Recipe

✨ Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 3 fresh organic, free-range eggs (adjust yolks based on your constitution)

• 2 tbsp mixed leafy greens or herbs (e.g. spinach, parsley, coriander, kale, basil, grated courgette)

• 2 tsp spring onion or shallots, chopped

• 1 slice fresh ginger, finely chopped

• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

• 1/4 tsp turmeric

• 1/4 tsp cumin

• Pinch of black pepper

• Pinch of salt

• 2 tbsp oats (optional, for a more filling omelet)

• Olive oil or ghee, for cooking

Method

1. Chop herbs and vegetables.

2. In a bowl, lightly beat the eggs, adding water to soften. Stir in salt, spices, herbs, and oats (if using).

3. Heat oil in a pan. Sauté onions for 1 minute, then add garlic and ginger. Cook until aromatic.

4. Reduce heat to low. Pour in the egg mixture. Let it cook gently until the edges are crispy and the center is still soft.

5. Optionally scramble slightly or fold in half. Remove from heat once done.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy plain or with:

  • Spelt sourdough

  • Soda bread

  • Homemade yeast-free chapatis

• Serve with a side of steamed greens, fresh herbs, or a warm herbal tea like cumin-fennel.

☘️Ayurvedic Tips

• Vata types: Add a touch of ghee, serve warm with oats

• Pitta types: Use egg whites only, add coriander & cooling herbs

• Kapha types: Skip oats, use more spices (ginger, pepper), serve with light greens

Bon Appétit!
A nourishing way to begin your day in balance.

Elena Beurdeley

Ayurveda Practitioner – Nutrition, Lifestyle, Herbal Medicine, Massage
BA (Hons) | DipPrac(Ayur), DipALN(Ayur), DipAMT(Ayur)
Trauma-Informed Yoga | Meditation
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