Description
This Broccoli Cheese Frittata is a savory and satisfying dish perfect for breakfast or brunch, combining tender broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and seasoned eggs baked to fluffy perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 8 eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus more as needed
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
Vegetables & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 5 scallions, finely chopped
Cheese & Garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400˚F to prepare for baking the frittata.
- Mix Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until fully combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Cook Broccoli: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet. Add chopped broccoli to the pan and season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Cook the broccoli for 5 to 8 minutes until it becomes tender.
- Add Seasonings: Stir smoked paprika and finely chopped scallions into the cooked broccoli to enhance the flavor.
- Combine Eggs and Veggies: Pour the egg mixture over the broccoli in the skillet. Gently stir to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the egg and broccoli mixture.
- Bake Frittata: Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the eggs are fully set. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it with foil partway through baking.
- Serve: Remove the frittata from the oven, cut into wedges, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use a 12-inch oven-safe skillet to ensure even cooking and easy transfer to the oven.
- If you prefer, substitute heavy cream with whole milk for a lighter option, though the texture will be less rich.
- Covering the frittata with foil partway prevents over-browning on top while allowing the eggs to cook through.
- The frittata can be served warm or at room temperature, making it perfect for meal prep or brunch gatherings.
- For a vegetarian version, this recipe is already suitable; omit any meat additions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 380 mg
