**Zucchini Onion Frittata: A Savory Symphony of Garden Freshness**
Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Zucchini Onion Frittata, a symphony of flavors that celebrates the bounty of fresh garden produce. This versatile dish, originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Italy, effortlessly blends the natural sweetness of zucchini with the aromatic pungency of onions, harmoniously bound together by a rich egg custard. Savor the delightful textures of tender zucchini and caramelized onions, enveloped in a golden-brown crust that hints at the delectable treasures within. Whether you're seeking a wholesome breakfast, a light lunch, or an elegant brunch centerpiece, this frittata delivers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompanied by a medley of tantalizing variations, including a vegetarian delight, a meat-lover's indulgence, and a cheesy extravaganza, this article offers a culinary adventure that caters to every palate. Prepare to be captivated by the simplicity and elegance of the classic Zucchini Onion Frittata, while exploring a world of flavor combinations that will transform your culinary repertoire.
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.
ROASTED VEGETABLE FRITTATA
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Place the zucchini, peppers, and onion on a sheet pan. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and toss well. Bake for 15 minutes. Add the garlic, toss again, and bake for another 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn the oven to 350 degrees.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- In a 10-inch ovenproof saute pan, melt the butter and saute the scallions over medium-low heat for 1 minute. Add the roasted vegetables to the pan and toss with the scallions. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes over medium-low heat without stirring. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake the frittata for 20 to 30 minutes, until puffed and set in the middle. Sprinkle with the Gruyere and bake for another 3 minutes, until the cheese is just melted. Cut into 6 or 8 wedges and serve hot.
ONION AND ZUCCHINI FRITTATA TO GO
One of my favorite Provençal omelets is a sweet onion omelet, whose name in Provençal means "harvester's omelet." Workers would carry these types of omelets to the fields and eat them as a midmorning meal. I think they're suitable for just about any meal.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, easy, quick
Time 45m
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy 8-inch nonstick omelet pan and add the onion and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is very soft and sweet, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and the zucchini, and cook, stirring often, until the zucchini has wilted, about 3 more minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Beat the eggs in a medium bowl and add the milk and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the onion and zucchini mixture and mix well. Clean and dry the pan.
- Heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat in the 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 262, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 496 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ZUCCHINI FRITTATA
If you don't have any leftover vegetables, you can cook (roast, saute, or steam) 4 cups of your favorite vegetables.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush a 9 1/2-inch deep-dish pie plate with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Drain any liquid from leftover Roasted Zucchini, Onion, and Peppers; place in pie plate.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs with grated Parmesancheese, coarse salt, and ground pepper; pour over vegetables.
- Bake until top is golden and center is set, 35 to 40 minutes; cool 5 minutes before serving.
GARLIC ZUCCHINI FRITTATA
I love serving foods that both complement and contrast with each. This flavorful egg dish can be made in minutes and easily doubled. Sometimes I use leftover taco meat or chopped ham instead of bacon.-Michelle Krzmarzick, Redondo Beach, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic; saute for 1 minute. Add the zucchini; cook for 3 minutes or until tender. , In a large bowl, beat eggs and mustard. Pour into skillet. Sprinkle with the bacon, salt and pepper. As eggs set, lift edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath. Cook until eggs are nearly set, about 7 minutes. , Place skillet under the broiler, 6 in. from the heat, for 30-60 seconds or until the eggs are completely set. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions. Broil 30 seconds longer or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 338mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
ZUCCHINI ONION FRITTATA
A great way to use up that extra garden zucchini that's also good for lunch or a quick supper. This recipe comes from Southern Living.
Provided by Lvs2Cook
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 52m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.
- Melt butter with oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add zucchini and onion, and sauté 12 to 14 minutes or until onion is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Whisk together eggs with the milk, salt and pepper for least 1 minute, or until well blended, then pour over the vegetable mixture.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until set.
- Then, increase the oven temperature to broil, and broil 5 1/2 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and basil.
- Garnish with the tomato if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.5, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 306, Sodium 661.4, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.5, Protein 13
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
Tips:
- For a crispy frittata, cook it over medium-high heat and don't overcrowd the pan.
- Use a nonstick skillet or grease the pan well to prevent the frittata from sticking.
- Don't flip the frittata too soon, or it will fall apart. Wait until the edges are set and the bottom is golden brown.
- To check if the frittata is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the frittata is done.
- Let the frittata cool for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Conclusion:
This zucchini onion frittata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this frittata a try!
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