Source: nephrodiet francapasticci.it

Presentation

Second course prepared with egg, egg whites, tomato, onion, extra virgin olive oil, sliced bread

Ingredients

 Serves 1

1 whole egg (50 g / 1.8 oz)
2 egg whites (about 60 g / 2.1 oz)
100 g (3.5 oz / about ½ cup chopped) ripe tomato
10 g (0.35 oz / about 1 tablespoon) onion
10 g (0.35 oz / about 2 teaspoons) extra virgin olive oil
1 slice white sandwich bread (about 25 g / 0.9 oz)

Method

Finely chop the onion

Put it in a pan together with the oil and a little water.

Let it wilt over low heat.

Wash the tomato, peel it and cut it into pieces.

Add to the onion and cook for 5 minutes.

Lightly beat the egg and the two egg whites

Add to the tomato and let it set.

Brown the diced sliced bread in oil

Serve it with the omelette.

Allergens

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Sliced bread: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Egg: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Onion: it is rich in selenium which supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; it provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also indicated for nephropathic patients, it is a good diuretic that prevents kidney stones. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids.

Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Egg: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Rich in Vitamin D that fights mood disorders

Safety / Intended use

Also intended for individuals suffering from:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Constipation
• Diarrhea

With caution based on tenderness, roughness, acidity or spiciness in case of:

• Mucositis (inflammation and injury of the oral cavity)

Not recommended in case of:

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)