Best 6 Cast Iron Skillet Vegetable Frittata Recipes

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For a healthy and delectable breakfast, lunch, or dinner option, look no further than the cast iron skillet vegetable frittata. This versatile dish is not only packed with flavor, but it's also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a cast iron skillet, you can whip up a frittata that's sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETABLE FRITTATA



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When you're looking for something healthy in a hurry, you can't beat this veggie-filled frittata cooked in a cast-iron skillet. -Janet Eckhoff, Woodland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 medium red potatoes, cooked and cubed
1 small zucchini, cubed
6 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a 10-in. cast-iron or ovenproof skillet, saute onion, peppers and garlic in 2 tablespoons of oil until the vegetables are tender. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon; set aside. , In the same skillet over medium heat, lightly brown potatoes in remaining oil. Add vegetable mixture and zucchini; cook for 4 minutes. , In a bowl, beat eggs, salt and pepper; pour over vegetables. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until eggs are nearly set. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 2 minutes or until eggs are set on top. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 213mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CAST IRON SKILLET VEGETABLE FRITTATA



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This frittata is a delicious balance of eggs, cheese, vegetables, and spices.

Provided by Father Makes Breakfast

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons bacon grease, divided
1 head broccoli, chopped
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ (6 ounce) can minced black olives
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 large eggs
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium to medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons bacon grease. Stir in broccoli, onion, bell pepper, olives, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper and cook until vegetables are tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl using a fork. Add mozzarella cheese and cooked vegetable mixture and stir to combine.
  • Reheat the skillet over low heat; add remaining bacon grease. Pour egg mixture into the skillet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until firm and slightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 198.1 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 355 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

FRITTATA WITH SPRING VEGETABLES



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Thick and hearty, Alex's frittata is like one big delicious egg-y pie. Serve as a meatless main for any meal of the day, and mix and match with your favorite cheeses and seasonal vegetables.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 43m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 whole eggs
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Splash Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
16 stalks pencil asparagus, stems trimmed off
4 ounces Brie or taleggio cheese, larger parts of rind removed, cut into slices
4 ounces goat cheese, cut into rounds or crumbled into small pieces
2 cups arugula, stemmed, washed and dried
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 scallions, sliced into thin rounds (white and green parts)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, washed, dried and halved
1/2 lemon, juiced
Simple green salad, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium size bowl, whisk together the eggs. Add the cream, salt, pepper, hot sauce and Worcestershire and whisk to blend.
  • Heat a 10 to 12-inch cast iron (or other heavy-bottomed) skillet and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. When the oil begins to smoke ever so slightly, add the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until some of the liquid starts to escape.
  • Stir in the scallions, arugula and cheeses into the egg mixture and pour into the skillet over the asparagus.
  • Place the skillet on the center rack of the oven and cook until firm around the edges but still somewhat loose in the middle, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to "rest" for a few minutes before serving. Toss the tomatoes with salt, pepper, the remaining olive oil and the lemon juice and sprinkle them on top of the frittata just before serving.

VEGETABLE STOVETOP FRITTATA



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A light and high-protein vegetarian egg dish, easy and fast, which can be enjoyed hot or cold with a green salad for lunch or some whole grain bread for breakfast. I love to eat this after a hard workout or bike ride. Serves 2 but easily scalable. Cut in half and serve with toast, a small salad, or some fresh fruit.

Provided by KIMBICA

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
⅔ cup 1-inch pieces broccoli florets
½ red bell pepper, chopped
½ sweet onion, chopped
6 marinated olives, chopped
2 eggs
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup crumbled sheep's milk feta cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir broccoli, bell pepper, and sweet onion in hot oil until hot, about 3 minutes. Place a cover on the skillet and continue cooking until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes more. Stir olives into the vegetable mixture.
  • Beat eggs, egg whites, milk, salt, and pepper together with a whisk in a small bowl; pour over the vegetable mixture in the skillet. Sprinkle feta cheese over the egg mixture.
  • Replace cover on the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the egg is lightly browned on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully flip the frittata and cook until the bottom is again lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 215.3 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 626.6 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

ROASTED VEGETABLE FRITTATA



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Eggs are an easy go-to-meal any time of day. Here, they become a one-skillet meal by adding leftover roasted vegetables for a hearty frittata.

Provided by Jennifer Perillo

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup store-bought roasted vegetables or Anne Burrell's Roasted Veggie Ratatouille, recipe follows
1 eggplant, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
1 large zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
1 summer squash, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
3 beefsteak tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, salt and pepper until combined. Preheat the oven to the broiler setting.
  • Add the olive oil to an 8-inch cast-iron skillet and place over medium heat until the oil is shimmering. Add the eggs and vegetables. Let them cook, undisturbed, until the edges are set, about 2 minutes. Slip an offset spatula (a butter knife will work, too) under the sides and tilt the pan, to help the uncooked egg slide underneath. Repeat this all around the edge of the pan, until the top is wet but no longer runny.
  • Place the skillet under the broiler, and cook until the top is golden and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes, keeping a close eye so it doesn't burn. Remove the pan from the oven. Cut into 6 wedges, and serve immediately.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Put the eggplant, zucchini, squash, and tomatoes in 1 layer on a baking sheet or baking sheets, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt. Roast until the vegetables are soft and pliable, about 20 to 30 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking. Remove from the oven and allow to cool. When cool enough to handle transfer them to a cutting board and cut them into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat the bottom with olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion, crushed red pepper and season with salt, to taste. Saute until the onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the peppers and season again with salt, if needed. Cook until the peppers are soft, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the roasted vegetables to the pan along with the vinegar, marjoram, and thyme. Toss well to coat and add 2 to 3 more tablespoons olive oil, if needed. Taste to check the seasoning and transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Voila!

FRITTATA



Frittata image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 extra-large eggs
2 tablespoons whole milk
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, diced
4 small red potatoes, diced
1 cup diced Canadian bacon
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup prepared salsa
1 bunch chives, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until foamy.
  • Melt butter in a cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the onion and potatoes and cook thoroughly. Pour the eggs over the mixture.
  • Pull the edges away from the sides of the pan with a spatula so the eggs flow to the bottom of the pan. When the frittata is half set, add the ham.
  • Transfer the pan to the heated oven. Bake for 10 minutes until puffed and golden. Top with sour cream, salsa, and chives before serving.

Tips:

  • Prep your vegetables: Before you start cooking, wash and chop all of your vegetables. This will save you time and make the cooking process go more smoothly.
  • Use a good quality cast iron skillet: A cast iron skillet is the best choice for cooking a frittata because it distributes heat evenly and retains heat well. If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a nonstick skillet, but be sure to preheat it over medium heat before adding the vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: When adding the vegetables to the skillet, be sure to leave some space between them so that they can cook evenly. If the skillet is too crowded, the vegetables will steam instead of sautéing.
  • Cook the vegetables until they are tender: The vegetables should be tender but still have a little bit of a bite to them. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Add the eggs and cheese: Once the vegetables are cooked, pour the eggs and cheese over them. Be sure to evenly distribute the eggs and cheese so that every bite of the frittata is flavorful.
  • Bake the frittata until it is set: The frittata is done baking when the center is no longer wobbly and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
  • Let the frittata cool before slicing: Once the frittata is done baking, let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. This will help the frittata to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

A cast iron skillet vegetable frittata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with vegetables and protein, and it can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect frittata every time.

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