Best 6 Greens And Garlic Frittata Recipes
Indulge in the culinary delight of Greens and Garlic Frittata, a vibrant and versatile dish that caters to various dietary preferences. This delectable frittata showcases a symphony of fresh greens like spinach, kale, or arugula, sautéed to perfection with aromatic garlic and a hint of chili flakes for a touch of warmth. The eggs, whisked until light and fluffy, gently embrace the sautéed greens, creating a custardy and tender texture. Feta cheese crumbles add a salty, tangy dimension, while Parmesan cheese provides a nutty, umami flavor. The frittata is further enhanced with the addition of cherry tomatoes, sliced bell peppers, or mushrooms, offering a delightful burst of color and flavor in every bite. This recipe is a versatile canvas for your culinary creativity, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients. Whether you prefer a vegetarian or gluten-free option, this Greens and Garlic Frittata caters to your dietary needs while delivering a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEN GARLIC, CHIVE AND RED PEPPER FRITTATA
Green garlic has a small window. At the beginning of the season the bulbs look more like leeks or spring onions than garlic, as they have not yet set cloves. To prepare them just cut away the stalks as you would a spring onion, cut them in half and remove any tough stalk that might be running down the middle, remove the papery outer layers and chop like a scallion or leek. Some farmers sell garlic scapes, the curly, green flowering end of the garlic plant. If you can't find them at a farmers market, you can find recipes at several Web sites. They can be used in the same way you might use the green parts of scallions.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy 10-inch nonstick skillet and add the bell pepper. Cook, stirring often, until it is tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic and salt to taste and cook, stirring often, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Whisk in the ricotta, salt (about 1/2 teaspoon) and freshly ground pepper to taste. Stir in the chives and red pepper and garlic mixture. Clean and dry the pan and return to the burner, set on medium-high. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet. Hold your hand above it; it should feel hot. Drop a bit of egg into the pan, and if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture. Swirl the pan to distribute the eggs and filling evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the frittata with a spatula in your other hand, to let the eggs run underneath during the first few minutes of cooking.
- Turn the heat down to low, cover and cook 10 minutes, shaking the pan gently every once in a while. From time to time remove the lid and loosen the bottom of the frittata with a wooden or heatproof spatula, tilting the pan, so that the bottom doesn't burn. The eggs should be just about set on the bottom; cook a few minutes longer if they're not.
- Meanwhile, heat the broiler. Uncover the pan and place under the broiler, not too close to the heat, for 1 to 3 minutes, watching very carefully to make sure the top doesn't burn (at most, it should brown very slightly and puff under the broiler). Remove from the heat, shake the pan to make sure the frittata isn't sticking and allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes and for up to 15. Loosen the edges with a wooden or plastic spatula. Carefully slide from the pan onto a large round platter. Cut into wedges or into smaller bite-size diamonds. Serve hot, warm, at room temperature or cold
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 208, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 314 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
FRITTATA WITH LEFTOVER GREENS
Use up leftover cooked greens (which, in my experience, don't reheat so nicely) in this delicious frittata! You can use spinach, Swiss chard, kale, etc.
Provided by ajhorse21
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack in the upper third of the oven. Beat the eggs and egg whites in a mixing bowl until smooth. Whisk in the parsley, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until evenly blended; set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook and stir until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, and cook an additional minute. Add the cooked Swiss chard; cook and stir until the Swiss chard is hot. Pour in the egg mixture, cover, and cook until the edges of the egg have set, about 5 minutes.
- Uncover the frittata, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Broil in the preheated oven until the cheese is golden brown and the center of the frittata has set, about 2 minutes. Remove from the oven, and let stand 3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 157.9 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 376.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
MOSTLY GREENS FRITTATA
Spinach and Swiss chard work equally well in this good-for-you egg dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in an 8-inch cast-iron skillet. Add garlic; cook until soft, 1 minute. Add spinach; heat through. Season whisked eggs with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and cook, pushing eggs into center to create curds, until almost set, 3 minutes. Sprinkle with Gruyere. Bake at 400 degrees until set and golden, 12 minutes.
GREENS AND GARLIC FRITTATA TO GO
Chop the greens super-fine to achieve the prettiest color. Use whatever looks best in the market (spinach and chard are brightest when it comes to color), or you can use bagged baby spinach. You only need 1/2 cup of chopped greens, but you could use twice that amount.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, easy, quick
Time 30m
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat the eggs and milk in a bowl with salt and pepper to taste. Beat in the greens, garlic and the Parmesan.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a heavy, 8-inch nonstick omelet pan. Drop a bit of egg into the pan and if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture, scraping in every last bit with a heat-proof rubber spatula. Swirl the pan to distribute the eggs and filling evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the frittata with the spatula in your other hand, to let the eggs run underneath during the first few minutes of cooking. Once a few layers of egg have cooked during the first couple of minutes of cooking, turn the heat down to low, cover and cook 7 to 10 minutes, until the frittata is puffed and just about set. From time to time remove the lid and loosen the bottom of the omelet with a wooden or heat-proof rubber spatula, tilting the pan, so that the bottom doesn't burn. It will however turn golden.
- If the frittata is still runny on the top, wearing oven mitts, slide the frittata out onto a plate or even better, a saucepan lid that has a handle, reverse the pan over the plate or lid, and holding the two together, flip the plate or lid so that the frittata goes back into the pan on its not-quite-cooked side. Finish for no longer than a minute, then reverse onto a platter. Allow to cool to room temperature, and serve, or chill. Cut into 4 wedges to serve. The wedges pack well and are very portable.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 201, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 276 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
GREENS AND GARLIC FRITTATA
Steps:
- 1. Beat the eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper to taste. Beat in the greens, garlic and the Parmesan. 2. Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a heavy, 8-inch nonstick omelet pan. Drop a bit of egg into the pan and if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture, scraping in every last bit with a heat-proof rubber spatula. Swirl the pan to distribute the eggs and filling evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the frittata with the spatula in your other hand, to let the eggs run underneath during the first few minutes of cooking. Once a few layers of egg have cooked during the first couple of minutes of cooking, turn the heat down to low, cover and cook 7 to 10 minutes, until the frittata is puffed and just about set. From time to time remove the lid and loosen the bottom of the omelet with a wooden or heat-proof rubber spatula, tilting the pan, so that the bottom doesn't burn. It will however turn golden. 3. If the frittata is still runny on the top, wearing oven mitts, slide the frittata out onto a plate or even better, a saucepan lid that has a handle, reverse the pan over the plate or lid, and holding the two together, flip the plate or lid so that the frittata goes back into the pan on its not-quite-cooked side. Finish for no longer than a minute, then reverse onto a platter. Allow to cool to room temperature, and serve, or chill. Cut into 4 wedges to serve. The wedges pack well and are very portable. Yield: Serves 2 Advance preparation: The blanched greens will keep for 3 or 4 days in the refrigerator and can be frozen. The frittata will keep for about 3 days in the refrigerator. Nutritional information per serving: 202 calories; 15 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 7 grams monounsaturated fat; 375 milligrams cholesterol; 2 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 190 milligrams sodium
MUSHROOM AND GREEN GARLIC FRITTATA
I spend a bundle on mushrooms from a bountiful display at the Dupont Circle FreshFarm Market just about every Sunday-but not in the summer. That's because mushrooms are available practically year-round (many of them are cultivated), while tomatoes, corn, broccoli, and the like have a shorter season. So I reserve my mushroom purchases for when the bulk of the other seasonal produce has faded or hasn't quite arrived. In the spring, I love to combine them with one of the items I spend all winter looking forward to: green garlic, basically an immature form of the plant, picked before it has fully formed its bulbous collection of cloves. You can use the whole thing like a leek or green onion (both of them in the same family), but it has the addictive taste of fresh, pungent garlic throughout. Since I also associate spring with eggs, I like to pair them with mushrooms and green garlic in a simple frittata. If you can't find green garlic or want to make this in another season, feel free to substitute a small leek. Eat this frittata with a side dish, such as salad, bread, and/or hash browns, for a filling meal.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler with the rack about 4 to 5 inches from the flame or element.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and yogurt; season with salt and pepper.
- In a small ovenproof skillet, such as cast iron, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When it shimmers, add the mushrooms and green garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms exude their juices and the green garlic is tender and starts to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the mushrooms and green garlic to a plate.
- Plop the butter into the skillet and let it melt and foam up. As soon as the foam starts to subside, pour in the eggs and swirl the pan so the eggs reach the edges. Let the eggs cook, undisturbed, until they are set on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Scatter the mushrooms, green garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano on top and transfer to the broiler.
- Broil for just a minute or two, until the surface of the frittata is set. Remove, transfer to a plate, sprinkle with the mint, and eat.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender greens: Look for greens with vibrant color and no signs of wilting. Avoid any greens that have brown spots or yellowing leaves.
- Clean the greens thoroughly: Rinse the greens under cold water several times to remove any dirt or debris. You can also use a salad spinner to dry the greens quickly and easily.
- Chop the greens finely: This will help them to cook evenly and distribute their flavor throughout the frittata.
- Sauté the greens until they are tender: This will help to bring out their flavor and remove any excess moisture.
- Use a non-stick skillet: This will help to prevent the frittata from sticking and ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Cook the frittata over medium heat: This will help to prevent the eggs from overcooking and becoming rubbery.
- Top the frittata with your favorite toppings: Some popular options include cheese, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
- Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature: It is also delicious served cold, making it a great option for a packed lunch.
Conclusion:
A greens and garlic frittata is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with nutrients and is a great way to use up any leftover greens. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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