Healthy Easy Spring Veggie Frittata (Printable Version)

A protein-packed dish with fresh asparagus, spinach, and herbs, baked in one pan for a simple meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
03 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1/2 cup zucchini, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

→ Eggs & Dairy

06 - 6 large eggs
07 - 1/4 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
08 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Herbs & Seasoning

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Cooking

14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large oven-safe 10-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
03 - Add red onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
04 - Add asparagus, zucchini, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just tender.
05 - Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until spinach wilts completely.
06 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined and uniform.
07 - Pour the egg mixture evenly over the vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle feta cheese, parsley, and chives over the top.
08 - Cook on the stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges begin to set and the center remains slightly wet.
09 - Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
10 - Allow to cool slightly, slice into wedges, and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's truly a one-pan wonder, which means less cleanup and more time enjoying your meal instead of scrubbing dishes.
  • The whole thing comes together in under 35 minutes, making it perfect for those mornings when you want something special but not complicated.
  • You can eat it warm, room temperature, or even cold, which gives you flexibility for meal prep or unexpected guests.
02 -
  • Don't skip the stovetop cooking time before the oven; those 2 to 3 minutes are crucial for setting the edges and preventing a watery center.
  • Use an oven-safe skillet with a handle you can grip without tongs, and always use oven mitts when transferring it to and from the oven.
03 -
  • Make sure your skillet is truly oven-safe by checking the handle; some skilllets with rubber grips aren't meant for oven heat.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan with vegetables; you want them to cook evenly, so chop them into similar sizes and don't layer them too thickly.
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