Healthy Easy Spring Veggie Frittata (Print Version)

A protein-packed frittata featuring fresh spring vegetables and herbs, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
03 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1/2 cup zucchini, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

→ Eggs & Dairy

06 - 6 large eggs
07 - 1/4 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
08 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Herbs & Seasoning

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Cooking

14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F
02 - In a large oven-safe 10-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat
03 - Add red onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened
04 - Add asparagus, zucchini, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just tender
05 - Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until spinach wilts
06 - In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined
07 - Pour egg mixture evenly over the vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle feta cheese, parsley, and chives over the top
08 - Cook on the stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges start to set
09 - Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden
10 - Let cool slightly, slice into wedges, and serve warm or at room temperature

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with protein and fresh spring vegetables for a nutritious meal
  • One-pan cooking means easy cleanup
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian
  • Perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or light dinner
  • Great for meal prep and tastes delicious even at room temperature
  • Easily customizable with your favorite seasonal vegetables
02 -
  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet or non-stick oven-safe pan for best results
  • Don't skip the stovetop cooking step before baking—it helps set the bottom and edges
  • For even cooking, spread vegetables evenly across the pan before adding eggs
  • Let the frittata rest for 5 minutes before slicing for cleaner wedges
  • Check ingredient labels if cooking for those with allergies, especially for hidden dairy in pre-shredded cheese
  • Make ahead tip: prepare and refrigerate the vegetable mixture the night before for even quicker assembly
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