High Protein Classic Vegetable Egg Frittata

Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this High Protein Classic Vegetable Egg Frittata—an easy, nutrient-packed dish that’s as delicious as it is versatile. Loaded with vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, spinach, and cherry tomatoes, this oven-baked frittata is rich in flavor and boasts a wholesome boost of protein, thanks to eight large eggs and a touch of Parmesan cheese. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to a golden perfection, this one-skillet recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Ready in just under 45 minutes, it’s ideal for meal prep, a crowd-pleasing brunch centerpiece, or a quick, healthy dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley for a hint of brightness, this frittata is sure to become a go-to favorite for any time of day.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes or until translucent.

Step 5

Add the chopped bell pepper and sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes over the vegetables in the skillet.

Step 8

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the vegetables. Gently stir to combine.

Step 9

Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

Cook on the stovetop for about 5 minutes, without stirring, until the edges begin to set.

Step 11

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the frittata is fully set and lightly golden on top.

Step 12

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven using oven mitts. Let the frittata sit for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 14

Cut into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy your high protein classic vegetable egg frittata!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1201.5

Total Fat 82.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1539.0mg	0%
Sodium 2556.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 78.0g	0%

Vitamin D 381.7IU	0%
Calcium 971.6mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2086.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 13.3%