Zucchini Frittatas II Recipe

Name: Zucchini Frittatas II
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced; 2 medium zucchini, about 3 cups sliced; ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste); pepper, freshly ground; 4 large egg whites; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons flat-leaf Italian parsley, minced; 2 tablespoons fat-free parmesan cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Heat 1/2 Tbsp.
2
oil in a 10-inch, heavy-bottomed, oven-proof skillet.
3
Add onion and saute until tender and translucent.
4
Stir in garlic and zucchini and continue sauteing until squash is just tender.
5
Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat.
6
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, basil and parsley.
7
Stir in sauteed vegetables.
8
Add remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil to same skillet over medium heat, tilting pan to coat bottom and sides.
9
Add egg-vegetable mixture, spreading evenly.
10
Reduce heat to low and cover pan.
11
Cook 10 to 15 minutes, until set.
12
Preheat broiler.
13
Sprinkle grated cheese on top of frittata if desired and broil briefly until lightly browned.
14
Cut into 3 wedges.
15
Serve immediately from the pan or transfer to a large round plate or platter.

230

kcal

Calories

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced, 2 medium zucchini, about 3 cups sliced, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Frittatas II 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!

Zucchini Frittatas II

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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