Zucchini Frittata

4 servings

25 minutes

Frittata with zucchini is a delicate and aromatic dish of Italian cuisine, known for its simplicity and rich flavor. Italians love frittata for its versatility—it’s perfect for breakfast or a light dinner. The history of frittata roots in peasant cooking traditions that used available seasonal ingredients. In this version, young zucchini plays the main role, adding freshness and softness to the dish. Onions and tomatoes complement it with a light sweetness, while melted hard cheese creates a tender texture. Frittata is served warm or chilled; it’s great as a standalone dish or alongside greens and bread. Its airy quality and rich taste make it an ideal choice for those who appreciate the harmony of simple yet exquisite combinations.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 162
• Proteins: 10g
• Fats: 10.7g
• Carbohydrates: 6.7g

Ingredients

• Onion: 1 head
• Young zucchini: 200 g
• Egg yolk: 4 pc
• Egg white: 4 pc
• Tomatoes: 1 pc
• Vegetable oil: 2 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Hard cheese: 20 g

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

2. We clean and finely chop the onion

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head

3. We cut the zucchini into sticks

   Required ingredients:

   • Young zucchini: 200 g

4. Grate the cheese on a fine grater

   Required ingredients:

   • Hard cheese: 20 g

5. We cut the tomato into slices

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 1 piece

6. In a small bowl, add 4 eggs, 4 egg whites, grated cheese, salt, and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg yolk: 4 pieces
   • Egg white: 4 pieces
   • Hard cheese: 20 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

7. Everything is good, we whisk it with a whisk.

8. In a pan over medium heat, heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil and sauté the onion until slightly yellow (about 8-10 minutes)

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 teaspoons
   • Onion: 1 head

9. Add zucchini, increase the heat (slightly above medium), season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until all the moisture evaporates, stirring occasionally.

   Required ingredients:

   • Young zucchini: 200 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

10. Pour the prepared egg mixture over the vegetables, ensuring that the eggs cover all the vegetables.

    Required ingredients:

    • Egg yolk: 4 pieces
    • Egg white: 4 pieces
    • Hard cheese: 20 g

11. We place tomatoes on top. Salt and pepper to taste.

    Required ingredients:

    • Tomatoes: 1 piece
    • Salt:  to taste
    • Ground black pepper:  to taste

12. Once the edges of the frittata start to bake (about 2-3 minutes), remove the handle from the pan and place the eggs in a preheated oven at 200°C for 15-18 minutes, or until the frittata is fully cooked.