Name: Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: ¼ tsp black pepper; ¼ cup whole milk; ½ tsp salt; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled; 8 large eggs

Savor Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata, a fluffy, veggie-packed egg dish with tender zucchini, creamy goat cheese, and fresh herbs. This versatile stovetop-to-oven meal is perfect for healthy dinners, delivering elegant flavors with minimal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata is a light, protein-rich dish that combines delicate zucchini, tangy goat cheese, and fluffy eggs into a satisfying meal, perfect for brunch, lunch, or healthy dinners. This budget-friendly recipe is incredibly easy, cooking in one skillet with minimal cleanup. Its versatility allows for veggie and cheese tweaks, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. Packed with vitamins, calcium, and savory elegance, this frittata pairs beautifully with salad, bread, or fruit, offering a restaurant-quality, nourishing option that’s as delicious as it is simple to prepare.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Sauté Zucchini: Cook zucchini to release moisture and prevent watery frittata.
Use Room-Temp Eggs: Helps eggs cook evenly and fluff up.
Broil for Golden Top: Finish under broiler for bubbly cheese.
Don’t Overmix: Gently fold ingredients to keep frittata tender.
Rest Before Slicing: Let sit 5 minutes for cleaner cuts.
Cast Iron Skillet: Ideal for stovetop-to-oven transition.

Yield: 6 Servings

Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata

Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata, a fluffy, veggie-packed dish perfect for healthy dinners.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

¼ tsp black pepper
¼ cup whole milk
½ tsp salt
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
8 large eggs

Instructions

Prep Veggies: Thinly slice zucchini, dice onion, and mince garlic.
Sauté Base: Heat olive oil in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet; sauté onion for 3 minutes.
Cook Zucchini: Add zucchini and garlic; cook 5 minutes until softened.
Season Veggies: Sprinkle salt and pepper; stir well.
Whisk Eggs: In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and half the basil.
Combine Mixture: Pour egg mixture over veggies; gently stir to distribute.
Add Cheese: Dot goat cheese crumbles evenly on top.
Cook Base: Cook on medium-low for 8-10 minutes until edges set.
Broil Top: Transfer to oven; broil 3-4 minutes until golden and puffy.
Serve with Flair: Rest 5 minutes, slice, garnish with basil, and enjoy this elegant frittata!

Notes

Sauté zucchini to remove excess moisture for firm texture.
Use oven-safe skillet to avoid transferring.
Leftovers reheat well; serve cold for picnics.
Serve with arugula salad, toast, or roasted tomatoes.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 208Total Fat 15gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 258mgSodium 382mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 13g

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