Best 6 Spanish Zucchini Frittata Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, the Spanish Zucchini Frittata stands out as a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This delectable frittata showcases the harmonious marriage of zucchini, eggs, and an array of aromatic spices, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Originating from the sun-kissed lands of Spain, this versatile dish can be savored for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, making it a true crowd-pleaser.

This comprehensive culinary guide presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating an unforgettable Spanish Zucchini Frittata. From the classic recipe that captures the authentic flavors of Spain to variations that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques, this article offers a culinary journey that is both informative and inspiring.

Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the secrets of crafting the perfect Spanish Zucchini Frittata. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a treasure trove of recipe variations, this guide will transform you into a culinary maestro, ready to impress your family and friends with this delectable dish. So, prepare your kitchen, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

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ZUCCHINI FRITTATA



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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

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup coarsely shredded zucchini
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

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.

FRITTATA DI ZUCCHINE (ZUCCHINI FRITTATA)



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Over 50 years ago, I was taught to make zucchini frittatas by my grandmother. This is her recipe, which I still use on a regular basis. You can adjust/substitute the herbs to your taste preference to make this recipe "your own". Served with a tossed green salad on the side, it makes a wonderful light dinner. Posted in answer to a request.

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 1 Frittata, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional) or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed (optional)
1 1/2 lbs zucchini
2 tablespoons Italian parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
5 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese (parmesan cheese)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler (the one in your oven, not the BBQ grill).
  • In a small frying pan over medium heat, warm two tablespoons of the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and dried thyme (if using it).
  • Sauté until the onion wilts (about five minutes).
  • Prepare the zucchini by cutting off the stems and blossom ends, cut them in half lengthwise, and then cut them crosswise into thin slices.
  • Add the zucchini, cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally (until tender but not mushy- about 10 to 12 minutes).
  • Just before the zucchini slices are done, add the fresh thyme (if using it) and the basil OR parsley.
  • Place the mixture in a colander to cool and allow excess water to drain out (about ten minutes).
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs lightly with a fork.
  • Beat in the salt, pepper, and cheese.
  • Add the drained cooled zucchini and onion mixture.
  • Pour the remaining two tablespoons olive oil in a flameproof 12-inch skillet or omelet pan and place over medium heat.
  • When it is hot enough to make the eggs sizzle, pour in the egg mixture, making sure the zucchini mixture is distributed evenly.
  • Immediately reduce the heat to low and cook the frittata gently until it is set (about 12-15 minutes).
  • Be careful not to overcook the eggs.
  • To finish cooking, slide the pan under the preheated broiler six inches from the heat until the top is golden (about 1-2 minutes more).
  • Use a spatula to loosen the edges from the pan, slide the frittata out onto a serving plate.
  • Serve warm or cold, cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.9, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 239.7, Sodium 565.5, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6.2, Protein 14.2

SPINACH, FENNEL, AND ZUCCHINI FRITTATA



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This frittata came to be simply out of the need to use up some fridge and pantry items. The end result was quite tasty! Feel free to swap out any ingredients you may or may not have on hand.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 large eggs
¼ cup milk
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
¾ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bulb fennel, cored and cut into thin slices
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 medium zucchini, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch slices
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups fresh spinach
½ cup roasted red peppers packed in oil, drained and finely chopped
8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk eggs, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add fennel and onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and garlic; cook, stirring often, until zucchini softens, 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1/2 of the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Mix in remaining spinach, red peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 2 to 3 more minutes.
  • Spread veggies into an even layer in the skillet. Pour egg mixture over top, then gently shake the pan a few times to help eggs settle to the bottom. Remove from the heat and sprinkle goat cheese over top.
  • Place skillet in the preheated oven and bake until eggs are set, about 25 minutes. Cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 195.4 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 299.2 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SPANISH ZUCCHINI FRITTATA



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This is a recipe that I found in Quick & Healthy by Brenda Ponichtera. It's a really great entree for lunch or dinner. It also makes a great breakfast. When made using Egg Beaters, this recipe is only 1 point per serving. When made with regular eggs, it is 2 points per serving.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups zucchini, unpeeled and shredded
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, drained
4 eggs
2 tablespoons skim milk
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray a 10-inch skillet with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Saute first three ingredients until zucchini is tender.
  • Drain off any liquid.
  • Add chiles.
  • In a small bowl, beat eggs.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Add to the zucchini mixture and cook until the eggs begin to set.
  • Broil just until top is golden.
  • Serve with salsa.

ZUCCHINI FRITTATA



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 small cloves garlic
Olive oil, for sauteing
1 medium zucchini
1/2 bunch basil
8 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
Salt and pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Start by crushing some garlic and heating it in some olive oil in a medium nonstick saute pan on the stove. While that is heating up, very thinly slice the zucchini on a mandoline. When the oil and garlic are heated, tear some basil into the pan and add all the sliced zucchini. Cook until the zucchini is tender, but not cooked through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Blend eggs in a blender with a little bit of milk and some salt and pepper. Blend on the highest speed.
  • Pour the egg mixture into saute pan and let it sit for 1 minute. When there isn't much loose egg left in the pan, grate some Parmesan on top and place pan in the broiler for 1 minute.
  • Take pan out of broiler, let it cool and set in pan for 5 minutes. When cool invert a plate on top of pan and turn over. Slice and serve.

POTATO AND ZUCCHINI FRITTATA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 large eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small zucchini (about 6 ounces), grated and squeezed dry in clean kitchen towel
1/2 cup queso fresco (2 ounces)
2 strips cooked crumbled turkey bacon, optional

Steps:

  • Bring the potatoes with enough cold water to cover to a boil in a small saucepan. Cook, over medium-high heat, until the potatoes are tender, 6 to 8 minutes; drain and pat dry.
  • Whisk together the eggs, egg whites, cilantro, salt, and hot sauce in a large bowl.
  • Preheat the oven broiler to medium-high.
  • Heat the oil in a medium (10-inch) ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, 2 minutes. Add zucchini and cook until tender, about 6 minutes more. Add the cooked potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes begin to brown slightly, about 4 minutes more.
  • Evenly pour the egg mixture over the vegetable mixture. Cook, over medium heat, tilting the pan and lifting the edges with a rubber spatula to let the uncooked egg flow underneath. Sprinkle with the cheese and the bacon, if using. Broil, 5 to 7 inches from the heat, until the eggs puff and are just set and the cheese is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove carefully to a plate, or serve in wedges directly from the skillet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 240 milligrams, Sodium 985 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 18 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin.
  • Use a sharp knife. This will help you get clean, even slices of zucchini.
  • Don't crowd the pan. When cooking the zucchini, make sure to leave enough space between the slices so that they can cook evenly.
  • Cook the zucchini until it is tender. This will take about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Use a nonstick skillet. This will help prevent the frittata from sticking to the pan.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Once the frittata is cooked, you can top it with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, salsa, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This Spanish zucchini frittata is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with healthy ingredients, such as zucchini, eggs, and cheese, and it is also very versatile. You can add your favorite toppings to create a frittata that is customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Spanish zucchini frittata a try.

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