Description
Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. This fluffy egg dish features tender asparagus and sweet leeks enveloped in creamy ricotta cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or light dinners, it’s not only visually stunning but also bursting with fresh flavors. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, this frittata will impress your family and friends with its vibrant colors and delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup asparagus, chopped (about 120g)
- 1 cup leeks, sliced (about 100g)
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (about 250g)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped asparagus and sliced leeks; sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper until fluffy.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet. Crumble ricotta on top.
- Cook on the stovetop for about 3 minutes until edges set but center remains wobbly.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg