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10/30/2009 @ 2:18:28 pm by menuofrecipes.com

ZUCCHINI FRITTATA

A frittata is a flat omelet  in Italy and can be filled with a variety of vegetables and cheeses.  It is a great, quick meal for a brunch or supper.  You can use feta or ricotta in place of the goat cheese.  This dish is also for those watching their sugar intake.  Good for people with diabetes. 

Ingredients:
 
4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup diced zucchini [ 1 small]
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup slivered fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
Freshly ground pepper to taste
5 large eggs
1/3 cup crumbed goat cheese ] 2 ounces]

Directions

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a 1-0-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.  Add zucchini and onion; cook, stirring onion, for 1 minute.  cover and reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender, but not too mushy, 3-5 minutes.  Add tomatoes, mint basil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and a grinding of pepper; increase heat to medium high and cook, stirring until the moisture has evaporated, 30-60 seconds. 
  • Whisk eggs, the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt and a grinding of pepper in a large bowl until blended  Add the zucchini mixture and cheese; stir to combine. 
  • Preheat the broiler
  • Wipe out the pan and brush it with the remaining 2 teaspoons oil; place over medium-low heat.  Add the frittata mixture and cook, without stirring,  until the bottom is light golden, 2-4 minutes.  As it cooks, lift the edges and tilt the pan so uncooked egg ill flow to the edges. 
  • Place the pan under the broiler and broil until the frittata is set and the top is golden, 1-1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes.  Loosen the edges and slide onto a plate.  Cut into wedges and serve.  

Tags: Appetizers, Lunches, VEGETABLES, ...

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