Zucchini Frittata
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
171 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Zucchini Frittata
Description
The Zucchini Frittata starts by shredding zucchini, salting it, then pressing out excess moisture to avoid sogginess. The zucchini is then lightly cooked in a skillet before being covered with a mixture of whisked eggs and milk, seasoned with salt and pepper. Sharp cheddar cheese is sprinkled over the top before baking the dish until fully set and the cheese is melted, creating a gentle custard-like texture with a savory finish.
This dish is suitable for various meals, such as breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. It showcases the zucchini’s delicate flavor complemented by the tang and richness from cheddar cheese.
Milk options can be varied from skim to whole or plant-based alternatives without significantly impacting the result. Different cheeses may be used to suit flavor preferences. The recipe's nutrition values are estimated based on ingredients used.
Ingredients
- 4 zucchini medium
- 12 egg large
- 1/3 cup milk
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded sharp
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Shred zucchini, and place in a colander.
- Sprinkle with salt, and let zucchini sit for about 15 minutes.
- Squeeze all of the moisture you can out of the zucchini.
- Heat a large skillet (I use a 10.5 inch, 3.5 quart skillet) over medium-low heat.
- Place zucchini in skillet, and let cook for about 1 minute.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well-combined.
- Pour egg mixture over zucchini, and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top.
- Place in oven, and bake for about 20-25 minutes.
Notes
- Any milk can be used, including plant-based, to make the frittata dairy-free if desired.
- Sharp cheddar is preferred, but other cheese varieties can be substituted according to taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 171 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 171kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 260mg | 87% |
| Sodium | 193mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 376mg | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 715IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 17.6mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 167mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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