Best 9 Italian Zucchini Mini Frittatas Recipes

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Zucchini mini frittatas are a delicious and versatile Italian dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with fresh zucchini, eggs, and a variety of other ingredients, these frittatas are a great way to use up leftover vegetables and make a quick and easy meal. Whether you prefer a classic zucchini frittata or a more creative version with additional vegetables, cheese, or meat, there is a recipe out there to suit your taste. With their simple ingredients and endless variations, zucchini mini frittatas are a perfect addition to any home cooking repertoire.

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MINI ITALIAN FRITTATAS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons good olive oil, plus extra for greasing the pans
1 1/2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts, washed and spun dry
4 ounces sliced Italian prosciutto, coarsely chopped
8 ounces fresh baby spinach
2 1/2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 cups (4 ounces) grated Italian Fontina cheese (6 ounces with rind)
8 extra-large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Brush a standard 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil, including the top of the pan.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large (12-inch) sauté pan. Add the leeks and sauté for 3 minutes, until tender. Add the prosciutto and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, breaking it up with a fork. Add the spinach, tossing with tongs, then cover the pan and cook for 3 minutes, tossing once while it cooks, until the spinach is all wilted. Off the heat, stir in the basil and lemon juice and set aside for 5 minutes. Divide the mixture with tongs among the 12 muffin cups, leaving any liquid behind. Sprinkle the Fontina evenly on top.
  • In a 4-cup liquid measuring cup, beat the eggs, half-and-half, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together with a fork. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the filling in each cup, filling the muffin cups to the top. Sprinkle each frittata with the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake the frittatas for 20 to 25 minutes, until puffed and lightly browned on top. If you insert a toothpick in the middle, they should feel firm. Cool for 5 minutes, remove with a small sharp knife onto a serving plate, and serve hot or warm.

ZUCCHINI & FRESH HERB MINI FRITTATAS



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Super simple yet utterly delicious, these easy mini frittatas are the perfect make-ahead breakfast or hearty snack.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion (diced)
1 medium garlic clove (minced)
1 small zucchini (finely shredded - about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs like rosemary
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a standard-size, 12-cup muffin pan with silicone liners.*
  • Place a medium saute pan over medium heat. When hot, add the olive oil. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Remove from heat and let cool. Once cooled, pour the onions and garlic into a large bowl. Add the zucchini, herbs, salt, and pepper to the bowl and combine. Add the eggs and whisk vigorously until well-blended.
  • Divide the mixture between the muffin cups. Bake until set and no longer jiggly, 25-30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes, then carefully remove the frittatas from the cups before they are completely cool (they'll be harder to remove and might stick otherwise).
  • Frittatas keep refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days. They can also be frozen if desired.

FRITTATA DI ZUCCHINE E FIORI DI ZUCCA (ITALIAN ZUCCHINI FRITTATA)



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This classic Italian frittata uses both zucchini and zucchini blossoms, boasting loads of summertime flavors. It's great warm or at room temperature, which makes it a great choice for buffets or picnics.

Provided by AnnaG

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 1h4m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 small white onion, finely chopped
1 bunch parsley, stems and leaves chopped separately
3 zucchini, cut into long, thin strips
salt and ground black pepper to taste
7 ½ cups zucchini blossoms, pistils removed
6 eggs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon grated Pecorino Romano cheese
4 leaves fresh mint, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and parsley stems; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and salt; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir zucchini blossoms into the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Uncover skillet and cook until moisture evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Whisk parsley leaves, eggs, Parmesan cheese, Pecorino Romano cheese, and mint together in a bowl. Fold in zucchini mixture from the skillet. Mix well; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat. Pour in egg mixture and spread evenly across the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes. Prick surface in several places with a fork. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cover; let stand until top is just set, about 5 minutes.
  • Invert frittata onto a large plate and slide back into the skillet. Cook over low heat until second side is set, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 284.2 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 250.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

FRITTATA WITH ZUCCHINI



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A Frittata is an Italian way to use up leftover ingredients and to make a quick meal or snack. Unlike an American omelet, they're not usually eaten at breakfast. In fact, they are probably eaten more often as a snack or as a portable sandwich for a road trip or train ride. This one is made with zucchini from the garden; if yours have flowers - throw them in too!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 medium zucchini (or 2 small zucchinis), diced small
6 eggs
2 tablespoons milk, or water
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Pinch fine sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 to 3 zucchini flowers, cleaned, stamen removed and torn in half, optional
Tuscan bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in an 8- to-10-inch nonstick saute pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and zucchini and cook until just beginning to soften, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, beat the eggs with the milk. Add the Parmigiano and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir until combined.
  • When the zucchini have softened, remove the pan from the heat and add the zucchini to the eggs. Stir to combine.
  • Add the butter to the same pan and swirl to melt. Add the egg and zucchini mixture and top with the torn zucchini flowers if using. Cover the pan and cook over medium-low heat until the edges of the frittata begin to brown and the center has set and is puffed slightly, about 8 minutes.
  • To serve, turn the frittata out onto a cutting board top-side-up. Slice and eat with Tuscan bread.

MINI ZUCCHINI FRITTATAS



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Another great finger food. Serve with pre-dinner drinks or for a coctail party. Even the children will enjoy these ones. Another great idea from the Women's Weekly kitchen

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Australian

Time 50m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chives, chopped finely
1 large yellow zucchini, grated coarsely (150g)
1 large green zucchini, grated coarsely (150g)
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated (25g)
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C Grease 4 x 12 hole mini-muffin pans. You can make these in batches if you do not have pans to make 48 muffins.
  • Whisk eggs with 2/3 of the sour cream. Stir in the chives, zucchinis and cheese.
  • Spoon into mini-muffin tins and bake for 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Top the mini-frittatas with the remaining 1/3 cheese and sprinkle over the extra chives.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 75.9, Sodium 52.3, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.6, Protein 3.3

ITALIAN MINI FRITTATAS



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"While these individual frittatas contain prosciutto, cheese and butter, the amounts are small so each portion stays slim. They're easy to prepare, easy to serve and will certainly become a brunch favorite" says, Michelle Anderson, of Eagle, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1/2 cup boiling water
2 thin slices prosciutto, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1 teaspoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
4 large egg whites
2 large eggs
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese
1/2 cup canned water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes in a small bowl; add boiling water. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside., In a small nonstick skillet, saute prosciutto and shallots in butter until shallots are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a large bowl, whisk flour and milk until smooth; whisk in the egg whites and eggs until blended. Stir in the cheeses, artichokes, basil, salt, pepper, and reserved tomatoes and prosciutto mixture., Coat 12 muffin cups with cooking spray; fill with egg mixture. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Carefully run a knife around edges to loosen; remove from pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINI ITALIAN FRITTATAS



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I created this recipe when my friends and I had a picnic breakfast. I wanted an egg meal that was portable and easy to make. The result was this crowd-pleasing frittata!-Jessie Apfe, Berkeley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup boiling water
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/3 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1/3 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon prepared pesto
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
8 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Pour boiling water over tomatoes in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Drain and chop tomatoes., In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, spinach, artichokes hearts, red peppers, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, basil, pesto, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and tomatoes. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, salt and pepper until blended; stir in cheese mixture., Fill greased or foil-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 18-22 minutes or until set. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINI VEGETABLE FRITTATAS



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This is rustic Italian recipe adapted from an old immigrant cookbook. Simple ingredients that combine to make delicious sandwich sized frittatas. These are amazing eaten as a warm sandwich with olive oil-drizzed, grilled Italian bread. Enjoy!

Provided by Moseslakecooker

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 24 mini fritattas

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup chopped artichoke heart
1/3 cup sliced mushrooms
1/3 cup grated zucchini
12 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated romano cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley (optional)
1 cup marinara sauce
olive oil, for muffin tins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Oil 2 - 12 muffin cup tins with olive oil. (Non-stick tins work best).
  • Saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil and butter until onion is clear.
  • Add artichoke hearts, mushrooms and zucchini.
  • Saute 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Spoon this mixture into muffin tins about half way up.
  • Beat the eggs with the salt, pepper and herbs until frothy.
  • Mix in the grated cheese, then pour evenly over the top of the vege mixture.
  • Top each with a tablespoon of the Marinara Sauce and bake 15 minutes, or until egg mixture is set.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Use a knife to loosen the edges of each frittata and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.6, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 99.5, Sodium 223.8, Carbohydrate 3.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 4.8

MINI FRITTATAS



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Whip up these egg gems for a satisfying hors d'oeuvre. Have your mini-muffin tins ready.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium zucchini
4 to 6 white mushrooms
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
16 large eggs
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1/2 cup finely grated Gruyere or fontina cheese
Vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Lightly spray two 24-mini-muffin tins with vegetable-oil spray. Slice zucchini into 1/8-inch rounds. Slice mushrooms lengthwise into 1/8-inch pieces. Core and seed red and yellow bell peppers. Chop into 1/8-inch dice, and set aside.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, salt, pepper, and chives, and set aside. Arrange cut zucchini, mushrooms, and peppers in each muffin tin. Ladle egg mixture into each tin, just even with the rim, and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Transfer to oven, and bake until frittatas are set, 8 to 10 minutes. Serve warm, or reheat briefly at 325 degrees.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of zucchini colors and sizes for a more visually appealing frittata.
  • Grate the zucchini instead of slicing it to ensure even cooking.
  • Press the zucchini between paper towels to remove excess moisture before cooking.
  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for the best results.
  • Cook the frittatas over medium heat to prevent them from burning.
  • Cover the skillet while cooking to help the frittatas cook evenly.
  • Serve the frittatas warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These Italian zucchini mini frittatas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for using up summer zucchini and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With their bright colors and savory flavors, these frittatas are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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