Cheesy Pasta Frittata

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Cheesy Pasta Frittata
35 min.
4
401kcal

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Start your day off right with a delightful Cheesy Pasta Frittata that’s not only vegetarian but also packed with flavor and nutrition! This dish is perfect for those busy mornings when you need something quick yet satisfying, or for a leisurely brunch with friends and family. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.

The combination of tender vermicelli, fluffy eggs, and melted reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese creates a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With the added zing of dried oregano and a hint of cayenne pepper, this frittata is anything but ordinary. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some green onions for a fresh crunch and a burst of color.

Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, this Cheesy Pasta Frittata is versatile enough to suit any occasion. It’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors and textures that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. So grab your frying pan and get ready to impress your taste buds with this easy-to-make, cheesy delight!

Ingredients

  • oz vermicelli uncooked
  • cup eggs fat-free lightly beaten (from 8-oz. carton)
  • 0.3 cup skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • 0.8 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.5 cup spring onion finely chopped
  • teaspoon canola oil 
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Cook vermicelli as directed on package.
  2. Drain; rinse with hot water.
  3. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix egg product, milk, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, the oregano and ground red pepper until well blended. Stir in onions.
  4. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  5. Spread cooked vermicelli in hot skillet; pour egg product mixture evenly over top. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 13 to 15 minutes or until center is almost set.
  6. Remove skillet from heat.
  7. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and the cheese over vermicelli mixture. Cover; let stand 2 minutes or until egg mixture is set and cheese is melted.
  8. Serve from skillet, or run pancake turner around edge of skillet to loosen and slide out onto serving plate.
  9. Cut into wedges. If desired, garnish with additional chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories401kcal
Protein15.8%
Fat32.95%
Carbs51.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.81
Glycemic Load
27.52
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.424347763476%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.17mg
Quercetin
1.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:400.98kcal
20.05%
Fat:14.39g
22.14%
Saturated Fat:6.17g
38.54%
Carbohydrates:50.36g
16.79%
Net Carbohydrates:48.95g
17.8%
Sugar:1.64g
1.82%
Cholesterol:247.86mg
82.62%
Sodium:338.99mg
14.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.53g
31.06%
Selenium:33.73µg
48.19%
Phosphorus:331.62mg
33.16%
Vitamin K:29.66µg
28.25%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.73%
Calcium:236.58mg
23.66%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.1%
Vitamin A:739.76IU
14.8%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.74%
Zinc:2.14mg
14.24%
Vitamin B5:1.13mg
11.34%
Folate:44.08µg
11.02%
Vitamin D:1.57µg
10.45%
Iron:1.82mg
10.12%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.57%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.52%
Magnesium:25.89mg
6.47%
Fiber:1.41g
5.63%
Potassium:191.8mg
5.48%
Copper:0.11mg
5.42%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.48%
Vitamin C:2.41mg
2.92%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.47%