Vegetable-Ham Frittata Recipe

Name: Vegetable-Ham Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 cup potato (red-skinned and diced); ½ cup yellow onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 cup asparagus or 1 cup zucchini, chopped; ½ cup sweet red pepper, chopped; ½ cup cooked ham, diced; 4 large eggs; 4 large egg whites; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons fresh basil (slivered) or 2 teaspoons dried basil; ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste); ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup potato (red-skinned and diced)
½ cup yellow onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup asparagus or 1 cup zucchini, chopped
½ cup sweet red pepper, chopped
½ cup cooked ham, diced
4 large eggs
4 large egg whites
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh basil (slivered) or 2 teaspoons dried basil
¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
⅛ teaspoon black pepper

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt the butter over moderate heat.
3
Add the potatoes, onion, and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes or until the potatoes are almost cooked.
4
Stir in the asparagus, sweet red pepper, and ham.
5
Cook 3 minutes more or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
6
In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, cheese, basil, salt, and black pepper.and pour over the vegetables.
7
Lower the heat and cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes, or just until the egg mixture is set.
8
Wrap the skillet handle with foil.
9
Slide the skillet under the broiler for 1 minute or just until the eggs are set on top.
10
Serve with warm Italian bread.

505

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 cup potato (red-skinned and diced), ½ cup yellow onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Vegetable-Ham Frittata falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetable-Ham Frittata

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Variations & substitutions

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