SPRING VEGETABLE FRITTATA (LOW FAT/LOW CAL)

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This is good and very low in calories, fat and cholesterol -- using egg beaters/egg substitute -- if using real eggs - it equals to about 8 eggs. Recipe source: Ladies Home Journal (April '09)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (I used the thin asparagus)
1 bell pepper, cut into strips
1/2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1/2 onion, chopped
1/4 cup roasted red pepper, drained and chopped
1/3 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 cups egg substitute (egg beaters)
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1 teaspoon dried dill
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350-degrees F.
  • Spray a 2-quart baking pan with Pam (my pan was 13x10).
  • In a large saucepan over high heat bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Add vegetables (asparagus - onion). Cover and simmer until tender. Drain.
  • Stir in roasted peppers. Spread vegetable mixture in prepared pan.
  • Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella.
  • In a bowl bowl whisk together next 5 ingredients (egg substitute - pepper) and then whisk in the flour.
  • Pour egg mixture over vegetables.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until puffed.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheeses and let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.3, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 2, Sodium 440.5, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.5, Protein 8.9

Minhajul Hasan
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This frittata is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or lunch.


Kapoto Idanah
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I love that this recipe is low-fat and low-cal. It's a great way to enjoy a delicious frittata without feeling guilty.


Sahabuddin Khan
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This frittata is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


sobi jan
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I've made this frittata several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Nishan uprety
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This is my new favorite frittata recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Libe Tabare
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This frittata was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.


Davidyeboah yeboah
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I'm not a big fan of frittatas, but this one was really good. The vegetables added a lot of flavor and texture.


Maruf Hawladar
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious breakfast or lunch. I love that it's so versatile - you can use any vegetables you have on hand.


Muhammad Ali Abdullah
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I made this frittata for a brunch party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


AlloNe BoY
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This frittata was a hit with my family! The vegetables were perfectly cooked and the eggs were fluffy and light. I will definitely be making this again.