Piquant Vegetarian Frittata

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Piquant Vegetarian Frittata is the perfect recipe to elevate your breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. This easy-to-make dish features a medley of fresh vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, all sautéed to tender perfection before being enveloped in a rich, spiced egg mixture infused with smoked paprika and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes. Creamy goat cheese adds a delightful tang, while fresh basil provides a fragrant finishing touch. Baked until golden and fluffy in an oven-safe skillet, this frittata is both satisfying and visually stunning—a delightful centerpiece for any table. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick and nutritious option for vegetarians and anyone craving bold, savory flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 0.5 medium, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil
• 0.25 cup, crumbled goat cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes until fully combined. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet (10-12 inches in diameter) over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced red onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 6

Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 7

Evenly pour the egg mixture into the skillet over the vegetables. Use a spatula to distribute the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese across the top of the frittata mixture.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the frittata is puffed and the center is set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the frittata to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Garnish with the chopped fresh basil and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1092.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1249.0

Total Fat 86.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 1539.3mg	0%
Sodium 3924.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 70.8g	0%

Vitamin D 354.8IU	0%
Calcium 478.5mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1880.9mg	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: 63.2%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 13.8%