Vegetarian Mediterranean Frittata Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Mediterranean Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 8 eggs, beaten; ¼ cup half-and-half or ¼ cup light cream or ¼ cup milk; ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces); ½ cup chopped bottled roasted sweet red pepper; ½ cup sliced kalamata olives (optional) or ½ cup pitted ripe olives (optional); ¼ cup slivered fresh basil; ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ cup onion-and-garlic crouton, coarsely crushed; 2 tablespoons finely shredded parmesan cheese; fresh basil leaf (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 eggs, beaten
¼ cup half-and-half or ¼ cup light cream or ¼ cup milk
½ cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)
½ cup chopped bottled roasted sweet red pepper
½ cup sliced kalamata olives (optional) or ½ cup pitted ripe olives (optional)
¼ cup slivered fresh basil
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup onion-and-garlic crouton, coarsely crushed
2 tablespoons finely shredded parmesan cheese
fresh basil leaf (optional)

1
Preheat broiler.
2
In a large broiler-proof skillet cook onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons hot oil until onion is just tender.
3
Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat together eggs and half-and-half.
4
Stir in feta cheese, roasted sweet pepper, olives (if desired), basil and black pepper.
5
Pour egg mixture over onion mixture in skillet.
6
Cook over medium heat.
7
As mixture sets, run a spatula around the edge of the skillet, lifting egg mixture so uncooked portion flows underneath.
8
Continue cooking and lifting edges until egg mixture is almost set (surface will be moist).
9
Reduce heat as necessary to prevent overcooking.
10
In a large bowl combine crushed croutons, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining tablespoon of oil; Sprinkle mixture over frittata.
11
Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until top is set and crumbs are golden.
12
Cut frittata in wedges to serve.
13
If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves.

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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 cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 8 eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Mediterranean 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.

Vegetarian Mediterranean Frittata

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