SPINACH AND RED PEPPER FRITTATA

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Spinach and red peppers bring vitamin A and vitamin C to this beautiful frittata. Spinach is also an excellent source of a long list of other nutrients, including vitamin K, manganese, folate and magnesium. And it's packed with protective phytonutrients, including the newly discovered glycoglycerolipids, which some researchers believe may help protect the digestive tract from inflammation.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     breakfast, brunch, dinner, easy, weekday, main course

Time 1h

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 6-ounce bag baby spinach, or 1 bunch spinach, washed and stemmed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 red bell peppers, seeded and cut in small dice
1 to 2 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
10 fresh marjoram leaves, chopped
Salt
8 eggs
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons low-fat milk

Steps:

  • Steam the spinach above an inch boiling water until just wilted, about two minutes; or wilt in a large frying pan with the water left on the leaves after washing. Remove from the heat, rinse with cold water and squeeze out excess water. Chop fine, and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy 10-inch nonstick skillet. Add the bell peppers. Cook, stirring often, until tender, five to eight minutes. Add the garlic and salt to taste, stir for about half a minute, and stir in the chopped spinach and the marjoram. Stir together for a few seconds, then remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Stir in the salt (about 1/2 teaspoon), pepper, milk, spinach and red peppers. Clean and dry the pan, and return to the burner, set on medium-high. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet. Drop a bit of egg into the pan; if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture. Tilt 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 to low, cover and cook 10 minutes, shaking the pan gently every once in a while. From time to time, remove the lid, tilt the pan, and loosen the bottom of the frittata with a wooden spatula so that it doesn't burn. The bottom should turn a golden color. The eggs should be just about set; 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 one to three 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 five minutes and for as long as 15 minutes. 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 148, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 319 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Dorji Phuntsho
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I've made this frittata several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


Shazia Jutt
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This frittata is a great way to use up leftover rice. I added some chopped ham and cheese and it was delicious.


md maeuf2
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this frittata. The red peppers and feta cheese balanced out the flavor perfectly.


sumir yadav
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This frittata is a great make-ahead breakfast or lunch. It's also perfect for potlucks and picnics.


Farjana Rupa
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.


Pirlo
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I'm always looking for new and healthy breakfast recipes. This frittata is a great addition to my repertoire.


Basit Ladla
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This frittata was a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They loved the spinach and red peppers.


Md sojib Ahmad
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I've never been a fan of frittatas, but this one changed my mind. It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Augustina Boateng
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This frittata is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. I love serving it for brunch or lunch.


saed Yosif
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I made this frittata for breakfast and it was the perfect way to start my day. It was light and fluffy, and the flavors were amazing.


Kaydener Young
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This frittata is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have some spinach and red peppers in my fridge, so this is a perfect recipe for me.


All Might
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I love that this frittata is so versatile. I've made it with different vegetables and cheeses and it's always delicious.


Moogii Moogii
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This was my first time making a frittata and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Amanda Swartz
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I've made this frittata several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Jen Stoneback
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This frittata was a hit with my family! The spinach and red peppers added a nice pop of color and flavor. I also loved the addition of feta cheese, which gave it a salty and tangy flavor.