Are you looking for a healthy and delicious breakfast or brunch that is easy to make? If so, a frittata with kasha, leeks, and spinach is the perfect dish for you. This frittata is packed with protein and nutrients, and it is also incredibly flavorful. The kasha adds a nutty flavor and a chewy texture, while the leeks and spinach add a pop of color and a fresh taste. This frittata is also very versatile, so you can add or remove ingredients to suit your own tastes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FRITTATA WITH KASHA, LEEKS AND SPINACH
I like adding cooked grains to a frittata, but you have to choose just the right one; it should be soft, not too chewy. Rice works, and so does bulgur. But if you want to add a grain that will contribute a lot of flavor to a frittata, kasha is your grain. It is wonderfully nutty, and a cup of cooked kasha contributes just the right amount of bulk to make this frittata substantial but not at all heavy. Leeks, cooked down until sweet and tender, a small amount of baby spinach, which always partners well with kasha whether raw or cooked, lots of fresh dill and a little bit of feta are the other components. Serve this for dinner and take leftovers to work for lunch.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, vegetables, appetizer, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a heavy 10-inch, preferably nonstick skillet. Add leeks and cook, stirring, until they begin to wilt, about 3 minutes. Add a generous pinch of salt and continue to cook, stirring often, until leeks are soft and fragrant, 4 to 5 more minutes. Stir in baby spinach a handful at a time and turn up heat so that spinach wilts in liquid left on leaves after washing. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer contents of pan to a strainer and allow liquid to drip for 20 to 30 minutes, or longer. Rinse out and dry skillet and return to stove.
- Beat eggs in a large bowl. Stir in salt (I use 1/2 teaspoon), pepper, milk, kasha, leek and spinach mixture, dill, Aleppo pepper and feta.
- Heat remaining olive oil over medium-high heat in the 10-inch skillet. Hold your hand above it; it should feel hot. Drop a bit of egg into pan and if it sizzles and cooks at once, pan is ready. Scrape in egg mixture. Swirl pan to distribute eggs and filling evenly over surface. Shake pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up edges of frittata with the spatula in your other hand, to let eggs run underneath and form a few layers during first few minutes of cooking.
- Once a few layers of egg have set, turn heat down to very low, cover (use a pizza pan if you don't have a lid that will fit your skillet), and cook 10 minutes, shaking pan gently every once in a while. From time to time remove lid and loosen the bottom of the frittata with a spatula, tilting the pan, so that more egg runs underneath.
- . Meanwhile, heat broiler. Uncover pan and place under the broiler, not too close to the heat, for 1 to 3 minutes, watching very carefully to make sure top doesn't burn (at most, it should brown very slightly and puff under the broiler). Remove from heat, shake the pan to make sure the frittata isn't sticking, and allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes and for up to 15. Loosen edges with a wooden or heat-proof rubber spatula. Carefully slide frittata from pan onto a large round platter or plate. Cut into wedges or into smaller bite-size diamonds. Serve hot, warm, room temperature, or cold.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 275, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 372 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SPINACH FRITTATA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to broil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt and pepper until smooth. Fold in the cheese and tomatoes and set aside.
- In a 9-inch, oven-safe nonstick frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Pour the egg mixture over the spinach, and cook until almost set, 2 to 4 minutes.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and broil until golden brown on top, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn out onto a serving plate.
ASPARAGUS AND SPINACH FRITTATA
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks and saute for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sauteed leeks with the spinach, asparagus, goat cheese, basil, Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix well.
- Spray a 9-inch nonstick cake pan or springform pan with nonstick cooking spray. Add the breadcrumbs and shake to evenly coat the pan. Pour the egg mixture into the pan.
- Bake until solid and a toothpick comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
- Invert the frittata onto a plate and then flip, right-side up, onto a serving plate, or remove the sides of the springform pan and transfer to a serving plate.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
GREEK FRITTATA WITH FETA AND SPINACH
This frittata calls for fresh vegetables and a Greek cheese called Kasseri. It has a unique, unmistakable taste, so substitutes are not recommended.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until soft and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Fill the skillet with spinach and saute until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add peppers and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Season with Greek seasoning. Remove from heat and sprinkle Kasseri cheese over vegetables. Transfer mixture to a 9-inch pie dish.
- Whisk together eggs, hummus, and cream. Pour egg mixture over the vegetables. Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the center is puffed and the top is light golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. If more browning is desired, place frittata under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 162.1 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 486.4 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
LEEK, POTATO & SPINACH FRITTATA
This is such a quick and easy recipe. I often make it for my lunch and (instead of serving it up nice and round) serve it more as a hash - so it fits in my tupperware box! I make this with 2-3 eggs because I serve it more as a hash, but for a full-on frittata you could use as many as 4. If you prefer to have this as a hash then you don't need to bother grilling/broiling it - just mix everything up well and keep everything moving in the pan so it all cooks through properly.
Provided by Wendy-Bob
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pre-heat your grill/broiler.
- Dice the potato and par-boil for approx 5 minutes.
- While the potato is cooking, chop the leek and onion.
- Put the leek, onion and par-boiled potato into a frying pan with 1 cal spray (or olive oil if you're not dieting!) and soften everything up for another 5 mins or so.
- Throw the spinach on top of everything in the pan and press down well so that it starts to wilt.
- Pour over the eggs and top with the cheese and paprika. Season well and cook for another 5 minutes or so on a low heat.
- To cook the top through properly, place the pan under the grill for the last 5 minutes to melt the cheese and finish everything off nicely.
SPINACH FRITTATA
This egg dish made in a skillet is filled with spinach, ham, bell pepper, onion, and cheese for a delicious and quick brunch option.
Provided by Stephanie Lynn
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir red pepper and onion in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Beat eggs and milk together in a bowl until smooth; add spinach, ham, mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, salt, and black pepper. Gently stir to mix evenly; pour into the skillet.
- Place a cover on the skillet and cook until the egg mixture is completely set in the center, 7 to 10 minutes. Cut into wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 169.8 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1133.7 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right pan: A 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet is ideal for making a frittata. It should be oven-safe if you plan to finish the frittata in the oven.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the frittata will be. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheese.
- Don't overcook the eggs: The eggs should be cooked through but still slightly runny in the center. Overcooked eggs will be tough and rubbery.
- Let the frittata cool slightly before slicing: This will help it hold its shape and make it easier to serve.
- Serve the frittata with your favorite sides: A simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or fruit are all good options.
Conclusion:
A frittata is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and herbs, and it's also a good source of protein and fiber. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a frittata recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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