Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Frittata

Name: Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Frittata
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb asparagus; 1/2 cup shallots; 2 teaspoons salted butter; 5 large eggs; 4 large egg whites*; 2 tbsp fresh grated Pecorino Romano; 3 oz part-skim Swiss cheese; 1/2 tsp kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
243 kcal
Course
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
Cuisine
American

Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Frittata

Iris Warren

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Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Frittata made with Spring asparagus, shallots and Swiss cheese – a delicious combination perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

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Ingredients

Servings

1/2 lb asparagus (tough ends trimmed off)
1/2 cup shallots (chopped)
2 teaspoons salted butter
5 large eggs
4 large egg whites* ((1/2 cup))
2 tbsp fresh grated Pecorino Romano
3 oz part-skim Swiss cheese
1/2 tsp kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste

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Instructions

Steam asparagus crisp and tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Thinly slice on the diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Heat butter in a 10-inch oven safe skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallots and saute until golden, about 4-5 minutes. Add steamed asparagus, salt and pepper.
In a medium bowl whisk eggs, egg whites, grated cheese, salt, and pepper. Add the Swiss cheese and mix well.
Add eggs to the skillet making sure eggs cover the asparagus. Cook on medium for about 4 minutes, until the edges begin to set.
Move the skillet to oven. Cook about 16 to 18 minutes, or until frittata is completely cooked.
Serve hot, cut into 4 equal wedges.

Notes

*if you prefer you can use whole eggs in place of egg whites
Make it dairy-free! Violife makes some wonderful dairy-free cheese options!
Egg Whites: I like to lighten up frittatas by using part egg whites, but you can also use all whole eggs.
Switch it up! Onions or scallions can be used in place of shallots. Swap the Swiss cheese for whatever you like or have on hand. Mozzarella cheese, Gouda or Havarti are all great options.

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Serving 1/4 of fritatta Calories 243kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 259mg (86%) Sodium 386mg (16%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%)