Description
This Caprese Frittata combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with a fluffy, baked egg dish. With cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, basil, and two types of cheese, this frittata is a delightful way to start your day.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetable and Cheese Mix:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Optional:
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Cook Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook cherry tomatoes, then add spinach.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour egg mixture over vegetables, sprinkle with mozzarella, basil, and Parmesan.
- Cook Frittata: Cook on stovetop, then transfer to oven and bake until set and golden.
- Serve: Let cool, slice, and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add 2 tablespoons of ricotta cheese into the egg mixture before cooking.
- This frittata is delicious warm or at room temperature, making it ideal for brunch or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of frittata
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 255 mg
