17 Frittata Recipes

August 25, 2014
Credit: Photo: Brian Kennedy
Frittatas are delicious hot or cold; make for breakfast, and enjoy leftovers later.
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Broccoli, Pancetta, and Parmesan Frittata

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View Recipe: Broccoli, Pancetta, and Parmesan Frittata

The frittata is a high-wow, low-difficulty dish, though some cooks shy away, thinking that the two-stage stovetop/oven technique is tricky (it's not). The dish is also cheap and, using our approach, balanced and healthy. 

In this first recipe, save time by microwaving the broccoli florets in a covered microwave-safe bowl at HIGH for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.

 

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Butternut-Kale Frittata

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View Recipe: Butternut-Kale Frittata

Frittatas are some of the most efficient vehicles for leftover vegetables. Here, we combine roasted butternut squash with quick-cooking kale for a fiber-rich breakfast duo. A touch of dairy lends custard-like creaminess to the egg mixture.

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Creamy Smoked Salmon and Dill Frittata

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View Recipe: Creamy Smoked Salmon and Dill Frittata

Smoked salmon and eggs go hand in hand, and combining them in this frittata makes for an elegant and delicious dish.

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Corn Frittata with Pecorino-Romano Cheese

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View Recipe: Corn Frittata with Pecorino-Romano Cheese

There isn't an herb that doesn't go well with crisp fresh corn—dill, basil, cilantro, lovage—but dark green Italian parsley is also good and bracing against the corn's sweetness. For an extra dose of smoky essence, sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika over each serving.

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Two-Tomato, Basil, and Goat Cheese Frittata

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View Recipe: Two-Tomato, Basil, Goat Cheese Frittata

The addition of both grape and plum tomatoes gives this vegetarian frittata a boost of fresh flavor. With creamy goat cheese scattered throughout, every bite engulfs a pillowy cloud of light, tangy flavor. Make it for a crowd, or an at-home weekend brunch. Either way, eggs and goat cheese is a healthy, protein-packed combination that is hard to rival.

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Summer Vegetable Frittata

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Garden-fresh summer vegetables will make this frittata a special breakfast or brunch treat.

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Spinach, Ham, and Gruyère Frittata

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View Recipe: Spinach, Ham, and Gruyère Frittata

Crispy proscuitto, caramelized onions, and shredded Gruyère meld together beautifully in this decadent dish.

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Zucchini and Red Pepper Frittata

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View Recipe: Zucchini and Red Pepper Frittata

This delicious frittata recipe uses a summer veggie that many gardeners have in abundance—zucchini. Boost the flavor by topping it with a creamy pesto, tzaiziki sauce, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

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Sausage, Feta, and Kale Frittata

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View Recipe: Sausage, Feta, and Kale Frittata

We love that kale gets thrown into this egg-based skillet. To avoid overcooking, pull the pan from the broiler when almost set, then let stand 10 minutes.
 

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Herby Frittata with Vegetables and Goat Cheese

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View Recipe: Herby Frittata with Vegetables and Goat Cheese

Take ten minutes at night to blanch the asparagus and create the egg mixture. All you'll have to do in the morning is cook the frittata, and ta-da! You've got a delicious and nutritious breakfast.
 

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Frittata with Spinach, Potatoes, and Leeks

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View Recipe: Frittata with Spinach, Potatoes, and Leeks

Make the leek mixture, and cook the potatoes a day ahead. Or use store-bought diced cooked potatoes (such as Simply Potatoes), whisk the eggs, combine everything, and bake the frittata in the morning.

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Mushroom, Leek, and Fontina Frittata

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View Recipe: Mushroom, Leek, and Fontina Frittata

Sauteed mushrooms and leeks make this vegetarian frittata a hearty main. 
 

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Mushroom Frittata

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This vegetarian egg recipe is ideal for a light breakfast or brunch, but you can also serve it for dinner paired with a simple side salad.
 

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Feta, Green Onion, and Asparagus Frittata

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View Recipe: Feta, Green Onion, and Asparagus Frittata

Fresh, tender asparagus stars in this light and fluffy breakfast frittata.

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Asparagus and Smoked Trout Frittata

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View Recipe: Asparagus and Smoked Trout Frittata

This fancy frittata is perfect for your next brunch, and guests will never know it only took 30 minutes to make.

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Frittata with Smoked Cheese and Canadian Bacon

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View Recipe: Frittata with Smoked Cheese and Canadian Bacon

Four eggs and four egg whites go into this frittata, which makes for a satisfying, quick supper. Potatoes, Canadian bacon, and smoked cheese make this version particularly hearty.

 

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Swiss Chard and Onion Frittata

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View Recipe: Swiss Chard and Onion Frittata

Go ahead and use the tender chard stems; just dice them and cook with the leaves. Serve with a simple side salad for a lovely low-calorie dinner.

 

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