Description
A light and vibrant spring vegetable frittata packed with tender asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, and creamy goat cheese. Fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for brunch, lunch, or a simple dinner.
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetables & Cheese
- 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach, loosely packed
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Skillet: Preheat the oven to 375°F and heat an oven-safe skillet over medium heat to get it ready for cooking the vegetables and eventually baking the frittata.
- Mix Eggs and Seasoning: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and black pepper until fully combined to ensure an even seasoning throughout the frittata.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add olive oil to the heated skillet and sauté the asparagus for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly tender. Add the fresh spinach and cook just until wilted, then stir in the cherry tomatoes to distribute evenly.
- Add Egg Mixture: Pour the whisked egg mixture evenly over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet, making sure the eggs cover the vegetables uniformly.
- Add Goat Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese over the top of the egg and vegetable mixture to add creamy bursts of flavor in every bite.
- Set Edges on Stove: Cook on the stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes until the edges start to set, which helps create a nice crust before baking.
- Bake the Frittata: Transfer the skillet carefully to the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the center is set but still tender, maintaining a soft texture.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the frittata rest for 5 minutes before slicing to allow it to firm up and enable clean slices.
Notes
- Do not overbake to keep the texture soft and fluffy.
- Sauté vegetables first to prevent excess moisture in the frittata.
- Allow the frittata to rest before slicing for clean wedges.
- Fresh herbs like chives or basil can be added before serving for extra brightness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian Inspired