Best 6 Fall Omelet With Squash And Crab Meat Recipes

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Fall brings a bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients that are perfect for creating delicious and satisfying dishes. One such dish is the Fall Omelet with Squash and Crab Meat. This savory omelet is packed with autumn flavors, from the sweet butternut squash to the briny crab meat. The addition of goat cheese and fresh herbs adds a touch of sophistication, making this omelet perfect for a special brunch or dinner.

In this article, you'll find two variations of the Fall Omelet with Squash and Crab Meat: a classic version and a vegetarian version. The classic version features crab meat, while the vegetarian version substitutes tofu for the crab. Both versions are equally delicious and satisfying, so you can choose the one that best suits your dietary preferences. We also included a step-by-step guide with pictures to help you make the perfect omelet.

With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, the Fall Omelet with Squash and Crab Meat is a true celebration of the season. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this delightful dish!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

APRICOT CRAB STUFFED ACORN SQUASH



Apricot Crab Stuffed Acorn Squash image

This light squash recipe is quick, simple and bursting with rich flavors. It looks so elegant when served on a lovely platter. -Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large acorn squash, quartered and seeds removed
1/2 cup apricot nectar, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon white pepper, divided
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 green onions, thinly sliced, plus additional for garnish
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
4 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place squash in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan; drizzle with 1/4 cup apricot nectar. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and white pepper. Bake, covered, until fork-tender, 35-40 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add green onions; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until tender. Add apricots and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in half-and-half and the remaining apricot nectar, salt and white pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer for 5 minutes. Gently stir in crab; heat through., Arrange squash on a serving dish; spoon crab mixture over top. Sprinkle with additional green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 794mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FALL OMELET WITH SQUASH AND CRAB MEAT



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This omelet is a blend of sweet spaghetti squash, leafy green spinach, and tasty crab meat all nestled in egg white goodness...can you say amazingness?

Provided by fa17aule

Categories     Breakfast Seafood

Time 20m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cooked spaghetti squash
½ cup cooked pumpkin
2 cups frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3 ounces cooked lump crab meat
⅛ teaspoon dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
cooking spray
3 egg whites
1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste

Steps:

  • Place spaghetti squash and pumpkin in a blender and process until well combined. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Add spinach and crab meat to squash mixture. Add parsley, mustard, cinnamon, onion powder, and garlic powder and mix thoroughly and evenly. Set aside.
  • Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Spray generously with cooking spray. Add egg whites, making sure they spread to cover the entire pan. Cook until mostly set, about 2 minutes. Spoon squash mixture over 1/2 of the eggs. Add hot pepper sauce. Fold eggs over, covering the contents of the omelet. Cook to desired crispness, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a large plate and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 739.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

GREEK BAKED SQUASH OMELET



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Greeks often add yogurt to their omelets, which contributes calcium, protein and bacteria long believed to help digestion. Yogurt also gives the omelet a light, fluffy texture. Make this with winter squash in winter and with zucchini in summer.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves six to eight

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 leek, white and light green parts, cleaned and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound winter squash or zucchini, cut in 1/4- to 1/3-inch dice
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
8 eggs
1/2 cup drained yogurt or thick Greek-style yogurt
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet. Add the leek and cook, stirring, until tender, about three minutes. Add the garlic, stir together until fragrant, about 30 seconds, and add the squash. Cook, stirring, until tender, 10 to 12 minutes for winter squash, about 8 minutes for zucchini. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in the dill and the mint. Remove from the heat.
  • Place the remaining tablespoon of oil in a 2-quart casserole or in a 9-inch cast iron skillet, brush the sides of the pan with the oil and place in the oven. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Whisk in the yogurt and the Parmesan. Stir in the squash or zucchini mixture.
  • Remove the baking dish from the oven and scrape in the egg mixture. Place in the oven, and bake 30 minutes or until puffed and lightly colored. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 145, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 289 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRAB MEAT OR SHRIMP OMELETTE



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I bought a package of frozen crabmeat and was looking for ways to use it up, since I was too lazy to make crabcakes. This is a very simple dish - I served it as a side for dinner, but I imagine it would be wonderful for breakfast/brunch too!

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 pinch salt
1 dash pepper
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
3 -5 drops sesame oil
1 small yellow onion, sliced thinly
5 ounces crabmeat, thawed and drained (or 5 ounces shrimp)
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
1 stalk scallion, chopped
1/2 tablespoon red chile, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Lightly beat eggs with salt and pepper, set aside.
  • Heat wok with 2 tsp oil and sesame oil.
  • Add onion and fry until soft.
  • Push to one side of the wok, add crabmeat or shrimps and stir-fry well.
  • Stir in soy sauce, more salt and pepper if desired, then remove crabmeat mixture and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tsp oil in the wok; add beaten eggs.
  • Swirl pan around to spread the omelette evenly.
  • When eggs have set, add the cooked crabmeat/shrimp mixture and sprinkle with spring onion and red chillies.
  • 'Fold'in the four corners of the omelette to cover the filling.
  • Cover pan with a lid for 1 minute, then turn out omelette onto a plate and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.1, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 347, Sodium 945.4, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 23.2

CRAB OMELET



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It seems that I often have crabmeat left over after making crab cakes or other crab dishes. This is a great way to use it up the following morning. This recipe can be halved.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces flaked crabmeat (, backfin recommended)
2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
salt
freshly ground black pepper
6 eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 ounce butter
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Mix the flaked crabmeat with the cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  • Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl with the water and salt and pepper.
  • Melt the butter in a small skillet and when the froth subsides, pour in the eggs.
  • Place the crab and cheese on top of the eggs just when the eggs are beginning to set.
  • Pour on the cream while the eggs are still liquid and transfer under a hot broiler for a few minutes until the top is golden brown.
  • Do not fold, but slide on to a hot plate and serve immediately.

FALL OMELET WITH SQUASH AND CRAB MEAT



Fall Omelet with Squash and Crab Meat image

This omelet is a blend of sweet spaghetti squash, leafy green spinach, and tasty crab meat all nestled in egg white goodness...can you say amazingness?

Provided by fa17aule

Categories     Breakfast Seafood

Time 20m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup cooked spaghetti squash
½ cup cooked pumpkin
2 cups frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3 ounces cooked lump crab meat
⅛ teaspoon dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
cooking spray
3 egg whites
1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste

Steps:

  • Place spaghetti squash and pumpkin in a blender and process until well combined. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Add spinach and crab meat to squash mixture. Add parsley, mustard, cinnamon, onion powder, and garlic powder and mix thoroughly and evenly. Set aside.
  • Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Spray generously with cooking spray. Add egg whites, making sure they spread to cover the entire pan. Cook until mostly set, about 2 minutes. Spoon squash mixture over 1/2 of the eggs. Add hot pepper sauce. Fold eggs over, covering the contents of the omelet. Cook to desired crispness, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to a large plate and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 739.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of squash for a more flavorful omelet.
  • Cook the squash until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.
  • Be careful not to overcook the crab meat, as it will become tough.
  • Season the omelet with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the omelet with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, salsa, or avocado.

Conclusion:

Fall omelet with squash and crab meat is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this omelet a try.

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