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January 16, 2020

Healthy Vegetable Frittata

Last Updated on December 30, 2020 by Sweet and Savoury Pursuits

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Make a protein-rich Healthy Vegetable Frittata is less than 30 minutes with this easy to follow frittata guide and recipe.

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A Healthy Vegetable Frittata in a skillet.

I love quick and easy meals. And a meal that doesn't need to be planned ahead of time is even better. Since frittatas can be infinitely varied and customized to your liking by using your favourite add-ins, it's simple to come up with a delicious frittata with ingredients you have on hand.

In fact, frittatas are great for using bits of leftover ingredients and cleaning out your refrigerator. Steamed veggies and cooked sausage, for instance, are perfect in frittatas.

Because eggs are rich in protein, healthy and inexpensive it's good to have a few easy egg dishes that you could make on rotation.

Close-up of a Healthy Vegetable Frittata in a skillet.

What is a Frittata

Frittata is the Italian name of an egg dish that is made up of eggs, vegetables, cheese and can also contain meat. A frittata is started on the stovetop and then baked in the oven until eggs are set.

How to Make it

Frittatas are so easy to make and can be prepared using one fry pan. Since you start a frittata on the stovetop and finish by baking it in the oven, it's essential to use an oven-safe fry pan or skillet.

If you're using raw vegetables or ingredients that release moisture, you'll need to cook them partway before adding them to the eggs. This will ensure you don't end up with a soggy frittata or one with uncooked vegetables.

A good rule of thumb when making a frittata is to keep your add-ins to a total of 2 cups. Below is a list of filling options you can choose from. For a richer frittata, you can add shredded cheese to the egg mixture.

Once your vegetables are cooked, you can add the whisked eggs to the skillet. Cook on the stovetop at a medium-low temperature until the edges of the frittata are halfway set. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook until the eggs are puffed, the edges are golden and the center has completely set.

Frittata Filling Options

  • Garlic, onions, leeks, spring onions
  • fresh dill, fresh parsley, fresh chives
  • potato, sweet potato
  • spinach, kale, asparagus
  • peas, bell peppers
  • broccoli florets, cauliflower florets
  • button mushrooms, wild mushrooms
  • smoked salmon, sausages, bacon, shredded meat
  • Parmesan, goat cheese, feta cheese, cheddar
A serving of vegetable frittata on white dish

This Healthy Vegetable Frittata makes a lean breakfast, lunch or light dinner meal. It's also a great low-carb option and is gluten-free. Frittatas are great for sharing and are excellent for brunch as they can be served hot, warm or cold.

Mini Frittatas

Frittata muffins make fabulous appetizers and are perfect for a healthy snack. You could make healthy frittata muffins by baking them in a muffin pan.

To make frittata muffins, place a rack in the middle of your oven and preheat to 350°F. Grease your muffins cups or line them with paper liners.

Cook your veggies as in the Frittata recipe below. Combine the veggies with the beaten egg and cheese mixture. Add ¼ cup of the egg filling mixture to each muffin cup and bake until frittatas are puffed and just set in the center, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy!

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If you make this recipe let me know how it went for you in the comment section below. I'd love to know if you made any variations to the recipe and how it worked out. And if you take a picture, share it with me on Instagram by tagging #sweetandsavourypursuits, I love to see your photos!

A Healthy Vegetable Frittata in skillet

Healthy Vegetable Frittata

Sweet and Savoury Pursuits
Easy, quick and versatile, this protein rich Healthy Vegetable Frittata can be ready in less than 30 minutes.
4.17 from 12 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Breakfast, Main
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 245 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp. water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • ½ onion small onion, finely chopped
  • 115 g. mushrooms (half a package) washed, trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 227 g. asparagus washed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • ½ red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green onion finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp. freshly grated parmesan or other cheese to your liking
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 400°F.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs, water, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat butter and oil in an ovenproof 10 to 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped white onion and sauté until onions are translucent. Add chopped mushrooms and cook until browned and tender. Stir in the asparagus, cook until tender and add the bell pepper. Cook until slightly tender, add salt and pepper to taste and the green onions.  
  • Pour the whisked eggs over the vegetables, let the eggs begin to set and then using a heat proof spatula, stir the eggs gently and lift the sides of the frittata so the uncooked eggs flow to the bottom of the skillet. shake the pan gently to make sure the eggs settle evenly over all the vegetables.
  • When the frittata is about half-way set, add the Parmesan cheese and transfer the skillet to the oven.
  • Bake until eggs are set and frittata is puffed and lightly golden, about 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake, it's ok if the centre is still slightly jiggly, the frittata will continue to cook as it cools.
  • To serve, let the frittata cool in the pan for approx. 5 min, cut into wedges and serve. If serving for dinner, you can serve a salad on the side for a more filling meal.

Notes

For a richer frittata, you can add up to ½ cup of shredded cheese to the egg mixture before adding the eggs to the pan. 
To make Frittata Muffins:
Place a rack in the middle of your oven and preheat to 350°F. Grease your muffins cups or line them with paper liners.
Cook your veggies as in the recipe above. Combine the veggies with the beaten egg (and if using, cheese) mixture.
Add ¼ cup of the egg filling mixture to each muffin cup.
Bake until frittatas are puffed and just set in the center, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 16gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 341mgSodium: 268mgPotassium: 388mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1555IUVitamin C: 24.3mgCalcium: 148mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Frittata, Healthy Frittata, Healthy Vegetable Frittata, Vegetable Frittata
Tried this recipe? Have any questions, comments or suggestions? Leave a comment below!Let us know how it was!

This post was originally published in April 2017. It has been updated.

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  1. Andrea Charles says

    March 03, 2020 at 11:33 pm

    Such a delicious recipe in 30 minutes, I'm trying this soon. I'd love to have this as my breakfast menu. It would be filling as well as tasty. Frittatas make an excellent main course, and you have made it simple, healthy and tasty. I would love to try out the frittata muffins.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      March 06, 2020 at 2:43 pm

      Thank you, the frittata muffins are great for bringing to work for lunch!

      Reply
  2. Florentina says

    November 09, 2017 at 3:59 am

    Wow, such a delicious recipe and it seems very easy to do, can't wait to prepare it.
    Wish you a fantastic day!
    Greetings,
    Flo

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      November 10, 2017 at 4:01 pm

      Thank you Florentina, it really is so simple to make, enjoy!

      Reply
  3. foodmystique says

    June 01, 2017 at 11:22 am

    Looks appetising.

    Reply
  4. Healthy World Cuisine says

    April 21, 2017 at 9:30 pm

    Thanks for the inspiration for tomorrows breakfast. Just love frittatas for a nice leisurely weekend breakfast. Sharing! Take Care

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 28, 2017 at 10:55 am

      Thanks for stopping by Bam! I just love cleaning out my fridge of leftovers to make different frittatas.

      Reply
  5. Louise Crosby says

    April 13, 2017 at 5:00 pm

    Just in time for Easter Sunday morning, a healthy and delicious frittata. Thanks, Fida.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 16, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      Thank you Louise, happy Easter to you!

      Reply
  6. athleticavocado says

    April 12, 2017 at 5:25 pm

    frittatas are an amazing, filling and versatile brunch option that everyone loves! This one is beautiful with all the colorful veggies 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 16, 2017 at 12:54 pm

      Thank you, I love how versatile frittatas are!

      Reply
  7. apuginthekitchen says

    April 11, 2017 at 11:43 am

    Beautiful frittata. It's my go too simple quick meal and love how you can use what you have on hand and it's always good. It looks and sounds delicious,

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 16, 2017 at 12:55 pm

      Thanks Suzanne, it's what I really love about frittatas, the only thing you can't do without are the eggs!

      Reply

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