Description
A flavorful and hearty Broccoli Cheese Frittata that's perfect for breakfast or brunch, combining tender broccoli, creamy eggs, and sharp cheddar cheese baked to 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 and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 5 scallions, finely chopped
Cheese and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the frittata.
- Mix eggs and seasonings: In a bowl, whisk together 8 eggs, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Set this mixture aside.
- Cook the broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet. Add 2 cups of chopped broccoli, sprinkle additional salt and pepper to taste, and cook for 5 to 8 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- Add flavorings: Stir in 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika and 5 finely chopped scallions into the skillet with broccoli to blend the flavors.
- Combine eggs with vegetables: Pour the egg mixture over the cooked broccoli and gently stir to incorporate everything evenly.
- Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until eggs are completely set. Cover with foil partway through baking if the top begins to brown too quickly.
- Serve and garnish: Once done, cut the frittata into wedges and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to avoid transferring the mixture to another baking dish.
- If you don't have smoked paprika, regular paprika or a pinch of chili powder can be used to add some depth of flavor.
- Covering with foil half way during baking prevents the cheese from browning too much.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with whole milk or a dairy-free alternative.
- Fresh parsley adds a nice color contrast and fresh flavor as a garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 330 mg
