We never like to skip breakfast! Some of our other favorites are Easy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole, Make-Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches, and My Favorite Breakfast Burritos!
Breakfast Frittata: What is a frittata?
A frittata is an Italian-style omelet. The Italians aren’t the only ones to have their own version of an omelet – there is a Spanish version made with potatoes called tortilla española, or Spanish tortilla. Each dish is slightly different, but they are all basically an egg scramble with savory fillings and they are delicious!
Frittata vs Quiche – Frittata vs. Quiche
What is the difference? There are a couple of main differences between a Frittata and Quiche. A frittata is an Italian dish that is similar to an open faced omelet with a firm exterior and tender-fluffy interior. A quiche on the other hand is a savory French tart that is a bit more labor intensive with a buttery, flaky crust and a higher dairy to egg ratio making it more creamy and almost custard like. It’s entirely cooked in the oven and will take a bit more time to cook.
Why you’ll love this Spinach Frittata
A frittata is incredibly easy to make and easily customizable. The version I’m sharing below has the perfect amount of seasoning and is loaded with healthy ingredients like mushrooms, spinach, onions, and red pepper. I show you all the tips and tricks to make this a fail-proof, satisfying breakfast or lunch to enjoy anytime.
Spinach Frittata ingredients
Eggs – The base of the frittata is a good whisked egg mixture. Paprika – A mild, sweeter seasoning that adds depth to the frittata. For an even more robust flavor, try using smoked paprika. Garlic powder Salt Freshly ground black pepper Oil or bacon grease Diced red pepper Mushrooms Aidell’s Chicken and Apple Sausage (or any sausage you would prefer) Chopped green onions Baby Spinach
Breakfast Frittata Recipe variations
Frittatas are super versatile and a great way to use up whatever vegetables are left in your refrigerator needing to be used up. You can also add cheese if you would like, although I didn’t in this one. Other ideas for frittatas are tomato, bacon & cheese, leftover potatoes with sauteed leeks, or caramelized onions & bacon but honestly, you can let your imagination go crazy and use whatever sounds good! Frittatas are a good idea if you know you are doing meal-prep and want to have breakfasts ready in advance for busy mornings later in the week since they can be divided into portions and reheat well. Which is super handy if you are doing a Whole 30 or made New Year’s resolutions to eat better in 2017 and want something loaded with protein for a quick and easy breakfast. You could make your frittata bigger to serve more people by increasing the scale and using a larger pan. Be aware of the size of your pan though – I have two cast-iron skillets and I used my smaller 10″ round one to cook this 9-egg frittata. If you try using a larger pan with the same amount of ingredients, your frittata will cook faster and be thinner. Which is totally fine if that’s the only size pan you have, I just don’t want anyone ending up with dry, sad frittata if they can help it!
How to make an Egg Frittata
Frittata Recipe tips
Here are a few helpful tips for making an amazing frittata!
Be sure to cook any add-ins like peppers, onions, mushrooms, or sausages.
They won’t cook much once the eggs are added to them. For this recipe, I didn’t have any roasted red peppers on hand, but if I did I would have just used those and skipped the first step of sauteeing my peppers in the pan.
Don’t overcook your frittata!
A good frittata should be light and barely set. The top of your frittata won’t get golden brown unless you finish it off under the broiler for a minute or so. Check your frittata BEFORE you think it is supposed to be done, just to make sure you aren’t overbaking it.
Season your frittata well.
By seasoning the vegetables as they cook and seasoning the eggs separately, you are building layers of flavor that will help your frittata taste amazing. If you forget to season your eggs until after they are poured into the hot pan, the salt and pepper won’t be able to get down to the rest of the frittata and you will end up with a salty crust and a bland bottom and trust me, nobody wants that!
How to serve a Frittata Breakfast
A good frittata is loaded with protein, vegetables, and flavor. You will not need much more to round out the meal but a good side of fruit or hashbrowns would be very complimentary. If you want to go more on the sweeter side, muffins or a smoothie are also excellent choices.
Egg Frittata storage
Frittatas make excellent leftovers. They store quite well in the fridge and last for days. You can slice the frittata and store it in a single layer in an airtight container. It should stay good for 3-4 days. You can also freeze a frittata for a quick and easy breakfast option on busy days.
More Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love
Green Chili Egg Casserole Biscuits and Gravy Casserole Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs Peppery Scrambled Macaroni & Eggs Morning Glory Muffins Sweet Potato Hash with Sausage & Apples Easy Apple Oatmeal Muffins Make-Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches My Favorite Breakfast Burritos
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