Today's Tasty Pick: Tomato and cheese foldover omelette wrap

Looking for a meal that’s easy on the budget but big on flavour? You are in the right place.

Life’s busy, and whether you are juggling work, studies, family, or just trying to keep up with the day, the last thing you need is a complicated recipe. That’s why it helps to have a few trusty go-to meals that are quick, satisfying, and won’t empty your wallet.

Think of the humble egg – a true kitchen hero. Affordable, protein-packed, and endlessly adaptable, eggs make the perfect base for creating magic with whatever you have got lying around. Add in some juicy tomatoes, a handful of melty cheese, and a hot pan, and you have got yourself something seriously delicious.

Say hello to the Tomato and Cheese Foldover Omelette Wrap recipe. It’s part omelette, part wrap, all comfort. This simple but flavourful dish wraps up everything you love – soft eggs, savoury cheese, a burst of tomato – into a warm, golden fold that’s ready in minutes. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or even a lazy dinner, this recipe is proof that a few good ingredients can go a long way.

How to make a Tomato and cheese foldover omelette wrap

Serves: 1
Preparation time: 15 Minutes
Cooking time: 10 Minutes
Cost per recipe: Serves 1 for under R40

Ingredients:

Olive oil, for frying
3 thin onion slices
3 slices tomato
3 eggs
Small handful parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper
1 medium wrap
80 ml (⅓ cup) cheddar, grated

Method:

Heat a splash of oil in a 20 cm frying pan on medium high. Add the onion and tomato slices to the one side of the pan.
Beat together the eggs and parsley, pour into the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the wrap. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the base is set.
Flip the omelette wrap over and sprinkle over the cheese. Cover and cook for about 2 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Fold over to enclose the filling.

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