Asparagus Frittata Recipe
This Asparagus Frittata is a delicious, healthy meal, filled with eggs, fresh asparagus, tomatoes, and cheddar. This easy recipe can be served for breakfast, lunch, or even a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb 250g asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 6 large green onions ~1 cup chopped, white and green parts
- 1-2 garlic cloves minced or chopped
- 1 Tbsp. 7g olive oil
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup 240ml milk
- ½ cup 40g shredded low-fat cheddar
- fresh herbs chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 10-12 ~80g cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In an ovenproof pan (I used cast iron pan), heat 1 tbsp. of olive oil on medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chopped asparagus and sauté, stirring occasionally for 4-5 minutes. Add chopped green onion and minced garlic and continue cooking, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, shredded cheddar, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables. Top with cherry tomatoes.
- Bake in the oven for 22-25 minutes or until the center is just firm.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with herbs (I used my favorite sauteed sage), slice, and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
How Many Calories in Asparagus Frittata?
| Calories (per 1 serve, 215g): 225 kcal | Calories (per 100g): 105 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat: 13.7 g | Fat: 6.4 g |
| Carbohydrates: 8.1 g | Carbohydrates: 3.8 g |
| Protein: 17.5 g | Protein: 8.2 g |