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EatingWell: It’s the perfect time for a spring green frittata

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Frittatas are a versatile dish that can be served at breakfast, lunch or dinner. This easy frittata, featuring green spring vegetables accented by chopped tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, can be on your plate in just 25 minutes.

Spring Green Frittata

Serves 2

Active Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

2 eggs, lightly beaten

4 egg whites

2 tablespoons nonfat milk

1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives

1/8 teaspoon ground pepper

4 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese (1 ounce), divided

2 teaspoons olive oil

1/2 cup 1/2-inch pieces asparagus

 

1/4 cup sliced green onions

1/2 cup coarsely chopped spinach leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 small Roma tomato, chopped

1. Preheat broiler. Combine eggs, egg whites, milk, chives and pepper in a small bowl. Stir in 2 tablespoons cheese.

2. Heat oil over medium heat in an 8-inch nonstick broilerproof skillet. Add asparagus and green onions; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add spinach and garlic; cook 30 seconds or just until spinach is wilted.

3. Pour egg mixture into skillet; reduce heat to low. Cook, covered, until nearly set, 10 to 12 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of cheese.

4. Place skillet under broiler 4 to 5 inches from heat. Broil 1 minute or just until the top is set and the cheese is melted. Top with tomato.

Recipe nutrition per serving: 214 Calories, Total Fat: 12 g, Saturated Fat: 4 g, Cholesterol: 195 mg, Carbohydrates: 7 g, Fiber: 2 g, Total Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 18 g, Sodium: 377 mg, Potassium: 473 mg. Carbohydrate servings: 1/2.

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(EatingWell is a magazine and website devoted to healthy eating as a way of life. Online at www.eatingwell.com.)

©2026 Dotdash Meredith. All rights reserved. Used with permission. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


 

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