Summer Squash Frittata

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Summer Squash Frittata
34 min.
8
188kcal

Suggestions

Start the summer on a refreshing and delightful note with this mouthwatering Summer Squash Frittata! Perfect for those who seek a vegetarian and gluten-free option, this dish is designed to tantalize your taste buds at any morning meal, brunch, or even as an appetizer. With a generous blend of fresh basil, coarsely chopped onions, and perfectly sautéed summer squash and zucchini, this frittata is nothing short of a flavor explosion.

Packed with 8 servings, this dish can easily become the star of your next gathering or a comforting breakfast for the whole family. Each serving contains only 188 calories, ensuring you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt. The magic of this frittata lies in its 34-minute preparation time, making it an ideal choice for those busy mornings or when you need to whip up a quick, impressive dish for unexpected guests.

To create this culinary masterpiece, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment: a frying pan, an oven, and a whisk. With these tools and our carefully crafted recipe, you'll be on your way to a delicious Summer Squash Frittata that boasts a perfect balance of protein, fat, and carbs (22.74%, 68.32%, and 8.94% respectively). So why wait? Dive into the vibrant flavors of summer with this easy-to-make, nutritious, and utterly satisfying frittata!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 12 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 cup onion coarsely chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • cups summer squash chopped
  • cups zucchini chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Melt 3 Tbsp. butter in a 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat; add chopped zucchini, squash, and onion, and saut 12 to 14 minutes or until onion is tender.
  2. Remove skillet from heat.
  3. Whisk together eggs and next 3 ingredients until well blended.
  4. Pour over vegetable mixture in skillet.
  5. Bake at 350 for 33 to 35 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and center is set.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with chopped fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories188kcal
Protein22.74%
Fat68.32%
Carbs8.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37
Glycemic Load
0.55
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.015652298927%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:188.08kcal
9.4%
Fat:14.36g
22.09%
Saturated Fat:6.54g
40.9%
Carbohydrates:4.23g
1.41%
Net Carbohydrates:3.36g
1.22%
Sugar:2.6g
2.89%
Cholesterol:298.77mg
99.59%
Sodium:438.96mg
19.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.75g
21.51%
Selenium:23.79µg
33.99%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
26.03%
Phosphorus:187.52mg
18.75%
Vitamin A:850.98IU
17.02%
Vitamin C:11.58mg
14.04%
Folate:55.19µg
13.8%
Vitamin B5:1.33mg
13.3%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.07%
Vitamin B12:0.71µg
11.78%
Vitamin K:11.64µg
11.08%
Vitamin D:1.5µg
10%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.37%
Iron:1.64mg
9.12%
Potassium:300.71mg
8.59%
Zinc:1.24mg
8.25%
Calcium:73.83mg
7.38%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
7.03%
Magnesium:23.53mg
5.88%
Copper:0.1mg
5.09%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.41%
Fiber:0.87g
3.48%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.9%