Frittata with Pancetta and Mint

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Frittata with Pancetta and Mint
45 min.
6
311kcal

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Looking to elevate your morning routine or impress guests at your next brunch? Look no further than this delectable Frittata with Pancetta and Mint! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a perfect option for a variety of dietary needs, but it also bursts with flavor and simplicity.

Imagine the savory aroma of pancetta mingling with the sweetness of caramelized onions and the fresh, vibrant notes of mint wafting through your kitchen. This frittata is a delightful way to start your day, whether enjoyed on a leisurely weekend or served as a satisfying lunch. With just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a dish that embodies both elegance and comfort.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this frittata serves six and boasts a tantalizing 311 calories per serving, so you can indulge without any guilt. The combination of proteins from the eggs and pancetta will fuel your day, while the mint adds a refreshing twist that will surely tantalize your taste buds.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light lunch, this easy-to-make frittata is sure to become a staple in your cooking repertoire. Gather your ingredients and let the journey of flavor begin!

Ingredients

  • 12 large eggs 
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • ounces pancetta cut into 1/4-inch pieces ( 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1.5 cups onion red chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • broiler
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in large nonstick broilerproof skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add pancetta and onion and sauté until onion is soft, about 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat broiler.
  4. Whisk eggs, 1/4 cup water, salt, and pepper in medium bowl to blend.
  5. Pour eggs into skillet with onion and pancetta. Stir 1 minute.
  6. Add 1/2 cup chopped mint; stir 30 seconds. Reduce heat to low and cook without stirring until almost set, about 10 minutes.
  7. Broil frittata just until firm, about 1 minute. Using spatula as aid, transfer frittata to serving platter.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons chopped mint.
  9. Cut frittata into wedges and serve.
  10. * Pancetta, Italian bacon cured in salt, is available at Italian markets and in the deli case at many supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein21.79%
Fat71.19%
Carbs7.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.83
Glycemic Load
0.83
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.848695703175%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.16mg
Hesperetin
0.38mg
Apigenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.49mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.89kcal
15.54%
Fat:24.34g
37.44%
Saturated Fat:7.41g
46.31%
Carbohydrates:5.4g
1.8%
Net Carbohydrates:4.41g
1.6%
Sugar:2.07g
2.3%
Cholesterol:390.71mg
130.24%
Sodium:623.69mg
27.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.76g
33.53%
Selenium:36.6µg
52.29%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.46%
Phosphorus:253.23mg
25.32%
Vitamin B5:1.75mg
17.53%
Vitamin B12:1.03µg
17.2%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.92%
Folate:58.88µg
14.72%
Vitamin A:710.82IU
14.22%
Vitamin D:2.11µg
14.09%
Iron:2.17mg
12.04%
Zinc:1.74mg
11.58%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.23%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.32%
Potassium:274.52mg
7.84%
Calcium:76.43mg
7.64%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.64%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.63%
Copper:0.11mg
5.71%
Magnesium:22.58mg
5.64%
Vitamin C:4.15mg
5.03%
Fiber:0.99g
3.96%
Vitamin K:2.64µg
2.51%
Source:Epicurious