Description
A light and flavorful spring frittata packed with fresh vegetables, lean ham, and fragrant herbs, perfect for a healthy brunch or light dinner. This oven-baked dish blends tender asparagus, zucchini, kale, and green onions with protein-rich eggs and deli ham, offering a colorful and nutritious meal that’s easy to prepare and customizable with delicious toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 1 whole egg
- 1 lb. (454 g) liquid egg whites
Vegetables
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced (30 g)
- 2 cups asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces (260 g)
- ¾ cup green onions, chopped (50 g)
- 1 cup zucchini, thinly sliced (100 g)
- 2 cups kale, spinach, or arugula, finely chopped (50 g)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 frozen cube)
Protein & Herbs
- 8 oz. (215 g) lean deli ham, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. fresh dill (7 g)
- 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro (7 g)
- 2 Tbsp. fresh parsley (7 g)
Seasoning & Optional Toppings
- 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- Green Goddess dressing (optional)
- Avocado (optional)
- Arugula (optional)
- Goat cheese or feta (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Eggs: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, beat together the whole egg and liquid egg whites until they are well combined. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat it with oil spray. Add the thinly sliced shallots and chopped asparagus to the skillet, cooking them for about 3 to 4 minutes until they become just tender.
- Add More Veggies: Stir in the chopped green onions, thinly sliced zucchini, and finely chopped kale, spinach, or arugula. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the greens to soften slightly.
- Add Seasonings and Ham: Sprinkle the kosher salt over the vegetables, then add the minced garlic, chopped lean deli ham, and fresh herbs including dill, cilantro, and parsley. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until the mixture is fragrant and heated through.
- Add Eggs and Finish: Turn off the heat and pour the beaten egg mixture evenly over the sautéed vegetables and ham in the skillet, making sure all ingredients are spread out evenly. For an attractive presentation, you may lay a few asparagus spears on top of the mixture.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the edges are slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the frittata to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with optional toppings such as green goddess dressing, fresh avocado slices, arugula tossed in lemon juice, or crumbled goat cheese or feta for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to avoid transferring the mixture to another dish for baking.
- You can substitute the deli ham with cooked turkey or omit for a vegetarian version (omit ham will change the diet to Vegetarian).
- Fresh herbs can be adjusted according to your preference for different flavor profiles.
- Optional toppings add creaminess and freshness but can be omitted for a lighter dish.
- Ensure the eggs are fully set before removing from the oven to maintain proper texture.
