Champagne Omelette with Smoked Salmon

Champagne Omelette is succulent, light and lusciously flavorful! Filled with smoked salmon, goat cheese, fresh dill and chives. Gluten-free.

champagne omelette with cherry tomatoes, avocado, micro greens, and creme fresh on top, served on plate with asparagus and toast.

This simple recipe for a champagne omelette has a sophisticated blend of flavors that elevates eggs to something truly special, perfect for Mother’s Day!

The infusion of champagne (or sparkling wine) not only adds a mild undertone of yeasty flavor but also brings a wonderful lightness that complements the creamy, soft folds of the egg beautifully.

Paired with smoked salmon, the omelette has a luxurious smokiness, and the tanginess of the goat cheese punctuates the richness of the dish. Fresh dill and chives round out the flavor profile enlivening every bite. For extra indulgence top with creme fresh, fresh tomato and avocados.

Why You’ll Love This

Quick and easy, yet sophisticated! A beautiful, indulgent dish ready in 15 minutes.
So many layers of flavor. Smoky, tangy, rich, and fresh!
Melt-in-your-mouth texture. Creamy, soft, yet extra light, thanks to the sparkling wine!
Perfect for an elegant brunch. Or treat yourself to an indulgent breakfast!

Ingredients

Champagne: Or use a dry sparkling wine, like Blanc de Blancs, Cava, or Prosecco.
Eggs: Farm fresh is best! Visit your local farmers market to find the best eggs.
Unsalted butter: Adds a rich and decadent base for cooking the eggs.
Smoked salmon: Flaked. The salmon is folded into the omelette giving it a delicious, smoky flavor. Vegetarian- sub sauteed mushrooms or asparagus!
Fresh dill and chives: Or use herbs of choice. Tarragon is nice here! Instead of chives, sub the green part of green onions.
Goat cheese, chevre: We love the tanginess of goat cheese here because it pairs perfectly with the richness of the omelette, but feel free to sub a different cheese if you prefer.
Optional garnishes: Fresh avocado, creme fresh, tomatoes, and micro greens.

How to Make a Champagne Omelette

Make sure all ingredients are prepped and ready to go. This is a quick recipe!

bowl with egg yolks and whites with whisk.

holding one tablespoon of champagne over bowl of whisked eggs.

Step 1: Whisk eggs. In a medium bowl, use a whisk or fork to mix the eggs with the champagne and salt, until smooth and airy and the yolks and egg whites are just incorporated.

butter melted and spread out in skillet.

Step 2: Prepare the omelette. Warm an 8-inch nonstick skillet to medium heat. Add butter and let it melt. Pour egg mixture in, then after 20-30 seconds, use a silicone spatula to lift and push edges toward the center. Tilt the pan, allowing uncooked egg to run into open spaces. Continue until there’s no liquid left. The top should still be moist.

It’s okay if the center is not fully cooked. It will continue to cook after folding together, resulting in a soft and succulent texture!

Tip: Reduce heat to medium-low heat if the omelette is drying out or burning. This shouldn’t happen but eggs do cook quickly, so you don’t want the pan to get too hot.

omelette cooking in skillet with spatula pushing edges toward center.

omelette in skillet with flaked salmon and herbs sprinkled over center.

Step 3: Season and fill the omelette. Season with black pepper and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Place smoked salmon and goat cheese down the center.

Step 4: Fold. Fold the omelette like a letter, folding one side over the middle, then the other side. Gently press with your spatula, then tilt the pan to help it slide onto a plate. Sometimes it is easiest to flip the omelette out of the pan so the fold lands on the bottom.

omelette in skillet, filling with salmon, herbs, and goat cheese, one fold over center.

folded omelette in skillet, stuffed with flaky salmon, herbs, and goat cheese.

Tip: Add a bit of extra butter if you need help sliding the omelette off the pan.

Step 5: Garnish. Top with fresh herbs, creme fresh, fresh tomato, avocado, and micro greens.

champagne omelette on plate with asparagus, topped with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, micro greens, and herbs.

FAQs

Can I make this vegetarian?

Yes! Instead of smoked salmon add sautéed vegetables, like mushrooms and spinach or bell peppers and onions.

Why is my omelette rubbery?

Overcooking the eggs can make the omelette texture tough. Cooking them on high heat can make them rubbery. To avoid this, do not cook on high, keep the stove on a medium-low heat setting. Also, have all your fillings ready to go before you start cooking the eggs.

Why did my omelette burn?

Be careful not to turn up the heat or leave the omelette on the skillet for too long. Remember, it will continue cooking as you add the filling and fold. The center may still be a bit runny when you add the salmon and cheese. But it will set after folding!

Recipe Variations

This is a basic omelette recipe that you can get creative with! Choose the filling of your choice and let these other suggestions inspire you.

Season with more spices: In addition to salt and pepper, add chili flakes for a little kick!
Other garnish ideas: Some crumbled bacon on top makes this omelette extra indulgent.
Change up the filling: Sub the salmon for ham or make it vegetarian with sautéed mushrooms, spring veggies and minced garlic. Simply tuck in your favorite omelette fillings!
Use other herbs: Use what herbs you have on hand, like tarragon, parsley, basil, or dill.
Sub a different cheese: We love the goat cheese here, but feel free to use your favorite type of cheese, like cheddar.

plate with champagne omelette cut open to show the salmon filling, topped with tomatoes, avocado, dill, chives, creme fresh.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Champagne Omelette with a veggie side dish, potatoes, toast or a light springy salad:

Hope you enjoy this omelette recipe!

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