Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata

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This vegetable-studded frittata recipe is one of the quickest meals you can make. Make it for breakfast, or serve for lunch or dinner with a tossed salad and a slice of olive oil-drizzled crusty baguette.

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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD
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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

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Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb High-Calcium Bone-Health Healthy Aging Vegetarian High-Protein Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 ½ cups thinly sliced red onion

  • 1 ½ cups chopped zucchini

  • 7 large eggs, beaten

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

  • ⅔ cup pearl-size or baby fresh mozzarella balls (about 4 ounces)

  • 3 tablespoons chopped soft sun-dried tomatoes

  • ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Directions

  1. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler.

  2. Heat oil in a large broiler-safe nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and zucchini and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, 3 to 5 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, whisk eggs, salt and pepper in a bowl. Pour the eggs over the vegetables in the pan. Cook, lifting the edges to allow uncooked egg from the middle to flow underneath, until nearly set, about 2 minutes. Arrange mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes on top and place the skillet under the broiler until the eggs are slightly browned, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Let stand for 3 minutes. Top with basil.

  4. To release the frittata from the pan, run a spatula around the edge, then underneath, until you can slide or lift it out onto a cutting board or serving plate. Cut into 4 slices and serve.

    Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata
Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2014

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

292 Calories
21g Fat
8g Carbs
18g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 slice
Calories 292
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 18g 35%
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 7g 34%
Cholesterol 346mg 115%
Vitamin A 937IU 19%
Vitamin C 13mg 15%
Folate 65mcg 16%
Sodium 513mg 22%
Calcium 227mg 17%
Iron 2mg 12%
Magnesium 31mg 7%
Potassium 408mg 9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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