Best 14 Easy Asparagus Frittata Recipes

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Asparagus frittata is a simple and delicious Italian dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is made with eggs, asparagus, and cheese, and can be cooked in a skillet or in the oven. The asparagus provides a fresh, springy flavor, while the eggs and cheese add richness and creaminess. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover asparagus. With its vibrant green color and delicate flavor, asparagus frittata is a surefire hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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Use wild or thin asparagus such as sprue - the spears from the first picking.

Provided by Andy Harris

Categories     Light meals     Jamie Magazine     Vegetables     Mains     Quick fixes     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 large free-range eggs
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 knob of unsalted butter
1 bunch of small asparagus

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180ºC/gas 4.
  • Beat the eggs with a little sea salt and black pepper.
  • Heat the oil and butter in a 19cm ovenproof frying pan or cast-iron dish over a medium heat. Trim and add the asparagus for 5 minutes.
  • Add the eggs, cook for 3 minutes then bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden and fluffy.
  • Serve hot or cold, with a drizzle of hot sauce, such as harissa, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 33.9 g fat, SaturatedFat 10.9 g saturated fat, Protein 26.4 g protein, Carbohydrate 3.6 g carbohydrate, Sugar 3.4 g sugar, Sodium 0.9 g salt, Fiber 3 g fibre

ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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Found a recipe similar to this while looking for diabetic dishes and tweaked it; super yummy and no added salt and low in calories per serving! You can serve with sourdough or 100% wheat bread.

Provided by kelkel247

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 serving cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
½ onion, chopped
½ red bell pepper, diced
4 button mushrooms, diced
1 stalk fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
6 egg whites
2 eggs
⅓ cup skim milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and asparagus until onion is translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Spread onion mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Beat egg whites, eggs, and skim milk together in a bowl until smooth; pour over onion mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over egg mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until frittata is set in the middle and a fork inserted in the middle comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 123.1 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 304.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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You would never guess that egg substitute is used in this fun variation on the classic asparagus frittata. -James Bates, Hermiston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups egg substitute
5 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, uncovered, 2-4 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk egg substitute, 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper., In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in asparagus and parsley. Pour in egg mixture. Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, 8-10 minutes or until eggs are nearly set. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese., Broil 5-6 in. from heat 2-3 minutes or until eggs are completely set. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Cut into quarters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 480mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings as a light lun

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound thin pencil asparagus, blanched in boiling water, chilled and diced
1/4 cup assorted fresh chopped herbs: thyme, chives, chervil, etc.
Salt and pepper
12 large eggs, shelled and beaten with a wire whisk
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In large bowl combine beaten eggs with the milk and Parmesan. Heat the butter and oil in a large saute pan, until the butter is frothy. Add the onion and cook until the onion is translucent and golden, being careful not to burn them. Using a large wooden spatula, stir in the eggs and turn the heat down to very low. Stir the eggs to form a large flat omelet shape, fully covering the bottom of the pan. When the eggs begin to cook and take shape, stir in the diced asparagus and the herbs. Place the whole saute pan into the oven and continue to cook for 2 more minutes until the frittata is cooked around the edges and the center has puffed up.
  • Remove immediately form the oven. Invert the frittata onto a large platter and serve immediately.

ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 bunch thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
4 large eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Melt the butter in a 9-inch cast-iron frying pan. Add the onions and saute until they are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the asparagus and cook until just softened, 2 minutes.
  • Whisk together the eggs, cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Fold in the feta. Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus mixture and cook until almost set, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the broiler and cook until golden brown on top, 8 to 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

EASY ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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I love making a frittata whenever I want a quick meal. I always have eggs in the fridge and you can use a variety of vegetables. I like asparagus the best, though. This is also a KETO-friendly recipe.

Provided by Marianne

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons butter
½ pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
7 tablespoons milk
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a 9-inch nonstick pan over medium heat and cook asparagus, stirring occasionally, until soft but still firm to the bite, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl until frothy. Stir in Parmesan cheese and milk; season with salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture over asparagus and cook until eggs are set, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Invert frittata onto a plate and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 343.7 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 341.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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Asparagus, crispy bacon and cheese frittata

Provided by xjamjamx

Time 30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • First cook the asparagus. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil that is wide enough to hold the asparagus laying down. Place the Asparagus into the water and rapidly bring back to the boil, then immediately lower the heat and continue to simmer uncovered for around 4 minutes. It is cooked when a knife can easily pierce the base and it should bend a little, but not be floppy. Drain and remove the string and cut into 5 cm pieces.
  • Fry the bacon until crispy, then drain.
  • Beat the eggs with milk and season and heat the pan of olive oil over a low heat for 2 minutes. When hot, add the cooked, peeled and dried asparagus and cook for a couple of minutes until the asparagus is hot.
  • Next, add the egg and milk mix and stir gently until the eggs start to cook and form.
  • Sprinkle with bacon and cook gently for another 4 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the cooked frittata with Fontina and Parmesan cheese and some black pepper.
  • Optional - Add Salad

BACON AND ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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My frittata makes a marvelous light meal. especially during the summer. When I prepare the frittata for guests, I also serve rice and bread to make a hearty meal-quick and easy, but it always wins compliments! -Gwen Clemon, Soldier, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces bacon
2 cups sliced fresh asparagus (cut in 1/2-inch pieces)
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup minced parsley
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 9- or 10-in. ovenproof skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 1 Tbsp. drippings. Heat reserved drippings on medium-high. Add asparagus, onion and garlic; saute until onion is tender. Crumble bacon; set aside a third. In a large bowl, combine remaining bacon, eggs, parsley, salt and pepper. , Pour egg mixture into skillet; stir. Top with tomato, cheese and reserved bacon. Cover and cook over medium-low until eggs are nearly set, 10-15 minutes. Preheat broiler; place skillet 6 in. from heat. Broil until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 351mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ASPARAGUS & NEW POTATO FRITTATA



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A simple, low-calorie spring main that uses the season's finest ingredients and is ready in just 20 minutes

Provided by Chelsie Collins

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 7

200g new potatoes, quartered
100g asparagus tips
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
6 eggs, beaten
40g cheddar, grated
rocket or mixed leaves, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to high. Put the potatoes in a pan of cold salted water and bring to the boil. Once boiling, cook for 4-5 mins until nearly tender, then add the asparagus for a final 1 min. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in an ovenproof frying pan and add the onion. Cook for about 8 mins until softened.
  • Mix the eggs with half the cheese in a jug and season well. Pour over the onion in the pan, then scatter over the asparagus and potatoes. Top with the remaining cheese and put under the grill for 5 mins or until golden and cooked through. Cut into wedges and serve from the pan with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

ASPARAGUS AND SPINACH FRITTATA



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This tasty veggie frittata is short on prep time, long on sustenance.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
1 3/4 teaspoons coarse salt, divided
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon salt-packed capers, rinsed and chopped
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees with rack in middle position.
  • Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to skillet. When oil shimmers, add asparagus and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, tossing occasionally, until asparagus is crisp tender and brown in spots, 3-4 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over asparagus and transfer to a plate to cool, reserving skillet.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 3 minutes. Add garlic, spinach, pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt and cook 1 minute until spinach is warmed through.
  • Whisk eggs and milk in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. Pour into skillet and cook, stirring constantly, just until eggs begin to scramble but are still very wet. Remove from heat. Distribute asparagus in a single layer over eggs, pressing them gently into eggs. Transfer to oven, and bake just until frittata is set, 18-20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Combine capers, parsley, scallions, remaining 1 tablespoon oil, vinegar, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl and serve with frittata.

ASPARAGUS AND HERB FRITTATA



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This also makes a beautiful appetizer, cut into diamonds.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 30m

Yield one 10-inch frittata, serving 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound asparagus, trimmed
8 extra-large eggs
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh herbs (as above)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus until tender, about 5 minutes. Refresh with cold water, drain and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch slices and set aside.
  • Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Beat in the milk, salt, pepper, and herbs. Stir in the asparagus and the Parmesan if using.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a 10-inch heavy nonstick skillet. Hold your hand above it; it should feel hot. Drop a bit of egg into the pan and if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture. Swirl the pan to distribute the eggs and filling evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the frittata with the spatula in your other hand, to let the eggs run underneath during the first few minutes of cooking. Turn the heat down to low and cover the pan. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the pan every once in a while, until the frittata is just about set. Meanwhile, light the broiler.
  • If the frittata is not quite set on the top, place under the broiler, about 3 inches from the heat, for 1 minute, watching closely, until just beginning to color on the top. Do not allow the eggs to brown too much or they'll taste bitter. Remove from the heat, allow to sit in the pan for 5 minutes or longer, then carefully slide out onto a platter, or cut in wedges in the pan. Serve warm, room temperature, or cold.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 305 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CLASSIC ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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This frittata takes only six ingredients usually found on hand. It's so easy to put together. Though I've only made it with Jarlesberg Swiss, you can use your favorite cheese(s) such as fontina, mozzarella, provolone, jalapeno jack, asiago; or a combination of a couple. I increase the olive oil to a tablespoon. Recipe from Simply Recipes online.

Provided by Kathy228

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 27m

Yield 1 frittata, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/4-1/2 teaspoon sea salt
3/4-1 lb asparagus, cut into 1-inch diagonal lengths
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded gruyere

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 10-inch oven-proof frying pan.
  • Add onions and salt and cook until onions are soft, about 3-mins.
  • Add asparagus. Cover and reduce heat to med-low.
  • Cook until asparagus are barely tender, 5-6 minutes.
  • ** preheat broiler while asparagus are cooking.
  • Pour eggs over asparagus and cook until almost set but still runny on top, about 2-mins.
  • Sprinkle cheese over eggs and put under broiler. Broil until cheese is melted and lightly brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove frittata from oven, gently loosen the edges, then slide frittata onto a serving plate. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 241.2, Sodium 318.6, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 16.5

BAKED ASPARAGUS AND CHEESE FRITTATA



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DH and I have never eaten, let alone made, a Frittata. "Healthy Life Magazine: Greater Binghamton, NY's Source for Family Health" is a free quarterly found in doctors' offices, grocery stores, etc. The Spring, 2009 issue carried this recipe. DH and I decided to finally take the plunge and were quite pleased with the outcome/taste. He's more of a veggie human than me, but we both love cheese; so, this satisfied both of us.

Provided by Suzie

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons breadcrumbs, fine dry
1 lb thin asparagus
1 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 cup water
fresh ground pepper, to taste
4 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Coat a 10-inch pie pan w/cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle w/breadcrumbs, tapping out the excess.
  • Snap tough ends off asparagus.
  • Slice off the top 2 inches of the tips and reserve.
  • Cut the stalks into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add onions, bell pepper, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir, cook until just softened.
  • Add water and the asparagus stalks to the skillet.
  • Cook, stirring until the asparagus is tender and the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes (the mixture should be very dry).
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the vegetables in an even layer in the prepared pan.
  • Whisk eggs and egg whites in a medium size bowl.
  • Add ricotta, parsley, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; whisk to blend.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, gently shaking the pan to distribute.
  • Scatter the reserved asparagus tips over the top; sprinkle with Gruyere.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 35 minutes (until knife comes out clean).
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 122.7, Sodium 290.6, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.8, Protein 11.8

ROASTED ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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Asparagus begs to be roasted; this recipe was developed after roasting a couple pounds and using them in a bunch of different dishes over a few days. This was the favorite, and frankly, the uber-favorite was this in a sandwich. More spring recipes.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     for two, quick, roasts, vegetables, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 to 12 medium to fat asparagus spears, trimmed
Olive oil
Salt and black pepper
4 eggs
1/4 to 1/2 cup chervil, roughly chopped, or parsley
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Spread asparagus on a baking sheet and toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast, shaking the pan occasionally, until the asparagus is lightly charred and tender, about 12 minutes. (You can let the asparagus sit at room temperature for hours, or refrigerate overnight.)
  • Beat the eggs with salt, pepper, half the chervil (and half the cheese, if you like). Cut the asparagus into 2-inch lengths and arrange in a single layer in a 10-inch nonstick skillet. Drizzle with more olive oil and set over medium heat.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus. Use a spatula if necessary to make a round frittata. Cook until nearly set, tilting the pan and lifting the edge of the set egg to let the liquid egg flow underneath, about 4 minutes.
  • When the top is almost dry, flip the frittata onto a plate, then slide it back into the pan. Let cook for just a few seconds, then flip out onto a plate. Alternatively, use an ovenproof pan and put it in the oven or under the broiler for a few minutes.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining chervil (and cheese if you are using it) and serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 145, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 271 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a regular non-stick skillet.
  • Be careful not to overcook the asparagus, or it will become mushy.
  • You can add other vegetables to the frittata, such as spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
  • Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Asparagus frittata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with fresh asparagus, cheese, and eggs, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give asparagus frittata a try.

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