Breakfast

Caramelized Onion, Red Pepper and Zucchini Frittata

Golden onions melt into sweet ribbons that mingle with tender zucchini and bright red pepper. Silky eggs laced with Parmesan set around the vegetables, creating a slice that tastes rich, savory, and deeply comforting.

Recipe and photo by Skinnytaste, shared here with credit. View the Original

Caramelized Onion, Red Pepper and Zucchini Frittata
Total
45 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
40 min
Serves
4

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
186
Protein
13g
Carbs
8g
Fat
12g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
4g
Sodium
227mg

Ingredients

  • 1 white onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 1/2 cup zucchini (diced into matchsticks)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • salt and fresh pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F. Over medium-low heat, heat oil in a 10-inch skillet. Stir in onion and cook until slightly brown, about 10 minutes. Add peppers and cook 5 more minutes, then add zucchini. Season with salt and pepper and cook 3 more minutes stirring occasionally.
  2. In a medium bowl whisk eggs, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
  3. Add eggs to the skillet making sure eggs cover all the vegetables. When the edges begin to set (about 2 minutes) move skillet to oven.
  4. Cook about 10-15 minutes, or until frittata is completely cooked.
  5. Serve warm, cut into 4 pieces.