Description
Hearty “Colorful Vegetable and Cheese Frittata” brings Mediterranean sunshine to breakfast tables with farm-fresh ingredients. Crisp vegetables and melted cheese create a delightful morning experience you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, spinach)
- 1/2 cup mixed cheese (cheddar, mozzarella)
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup milk (60 milliliters)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish and Optional Additions:
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375°F and organize pre-chopped vegetables and remaining ingredients.
- Combine eggs with milk, seasoning thoroughly until mixture achieves a light, uniform consistency.
- Select a 10-inch oven-safe skillet and melt butter over medium heat, ensuring complete pan coverage.
- Introduce chopped vegetables to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until they soften and release moisture.
- Arrange vegetables evenly across the skillet bottom, creating a vibrant foundational layer.
- Gently cascade whisked egg mixture over vegetables, allowing liquid to permeate throughout the ingredients.
- Generously distribute cheese varieties across the surface, aiming for consistent coverage.
- Slide skillet into preheated oven, baking 12-15 minutes until eggs become fully set and cheese turns golden and bubbly.
- Extract frittata from oven and permit 2-3 minutes resting time for structural stabilization.
- Embellish with freshly chopped herbs and optional halved cherry tomatoes before serving immediately.
Notes
- Customize vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preference to keep the dish exciting and fresh.
- Use non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron pan to prevent egg mixture from sticking and ensure easy release.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar, creamy goat cheese, or smoky gruyère to elevate flavor profiles.
- For low-carb or keto-friendly version, replace milk with heavy cream and increase protein-rich ingredients like spinach or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 246
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 372 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 373 mg