Indulge in a culinary delight with our low-calorie Zucchini and Mushroom Frittata, a delectable dish that combines the goodness of fresh zucchini, earthy mushrooms, and protein-packed eggs. This frittata is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a wholesome meal that won't weigh you down. Its simplicity and versatility make it perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Discover how to craft this low-calorie masterpiece with our step-by-step recipe, complete with variations and serving suggestions to tantalize your palate.
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ZUCCHINI OVEN FRITTATA
A delicious, easy frittata recipe full of good vegetables and topped with cheeses.
Provided by BZEEFMOM
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet or sauce pan, combine water, olive oil, salt, green pepper, zucchini and garlic cloves. Simmer until zucchini is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Drain off water and discard garlic. Stir in onion, mushrooms and butter. Cook until onion is transparent. Add eggs and stir; season with salt and pepper. Cook over low heat until eggs are firm.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over eggs. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Place under broiler for 5 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into wedges and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 209.2 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 617.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
LOW-CAL ZUCCHINI AND MUSHROOM FRITTATA
This recipe is low-cal, low-fat but still tastes great. You get all the great flavor without the fat!
Provided by Lizziea23 Almeida
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray a non-stick skillet with fat-free, calorie free non-stick cooking spray.
- Sauté onion and garlic for 3 minutes. Add zucchini and sauté for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and continue to sauté all of the veggies until soft.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, salt, pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder until the eggs become slightly puffy.
- Drain vegetables and add to egg mixture.
- Fold veggies into egg whites and pour back into the skillet. Cook on medium for 8 minutes.
- Place a plate on top of the skillet and flip the frittata. Slide uncooked side down back onto skillet and cook for another 8 minutes.
- If you like the top to be crunchy, place the frittata under the broiler for an additional 10 minutes.
ZUCCHINI FRITTATA
This cheesy and tasty Zucchini Frittata is a healthy low-carb favorite that can be served as a breakfast, brunch, or even a light supper.
Provided by Holly
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook bacon in an 8" skillet until crisp. Remove bacon from pan and set aside. Reserve bacon fat in the pan.
- Add onion, zucchini and bell pepper. Cook until zucchini is tender crisp.
- Whisk eggs, cream, and seasonings.
- Pour egg mixture into skillet and top with cheddar and bacon.
- Bake 14-16 minutes or until eggs are set. Broil 1-2 minutes if desired.
- Rest at least 5 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 273 mg, Sodium 399 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LOW FAT ZUCCHINI FRITTATA
A very good Low Fat Frittata, you can use or include other veggies or substitute other veggies for the zucchini, A good appetizer or entree. The recipe comes from the American Heart Association,
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 1 Frittata, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Clean and slice the zucchini in half, lengthwise, then into 1/8-inch pieces.
- Dice onion and mince garlic (use as much as you like) Saute zucchini, onions and garlic in 2 tablespoons olive oil until onions and zucchini are limp.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix rice, Parmesan, grated mozzarella and eggs in a bowl.
- Stir in saute of zucchini, onion and the rest, salt and pepper to taste, Mix all ingredients well.
- Heat 9-by-12-inch nonstick fry pan between medium and medium-high heat, and add 2 to 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
- When pan is hot, pour contents of mixing bowl into fry pan, spread mixture evenly around pan, making sure that the rice and veggies are spread through the liquid.
- When the frittata is brown on the bottom, use a plate to turn it over.
- Cook until both sides are brown and firm.
- Slice and serve, It can be eaten hot or cold as an appetizer, slice into 1- inch cubes or if sliced larger, as an entree.
ZUCCHINI FRITTATA
When we travel by car, I make the frittata the night before, stuff it into pita bread in the morning and microwave for a minute or two before I wrap them in a towel so down the road we can enjoy a still-warm breakfast! -Carol Blumenberg, Lehigh Acres, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together eggs and salt., In an 8-in. ovenproof skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion and zucchini until onion is crisp-tender. Pour in egg mixture; cook until almost set, 5-6 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 304mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality zucchini and mushrooms. This will ensure your frittata has the best flavor and texture.
- Use a non-stick skillet to cook your frittata. This will help prevent it from sticking and make it easier to flip.
- Cook the zucchini and mushrooms until they are tender but still have a little bit of bite to them. This will prevent them from becoming mushy in the frittata.
- Season your frittata generously with salt and pepper. This will help bring out the flavors of the zucchini, mushrooms, and eggs.
- Add other vegetables to your frittata, such as spinach, bell peppers, or tomatoes. This will make it even more nutritious and flavorful.
- Serve your frittata with a side of fruit or salad for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This low-cal zucchini and mushroom frittata is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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