Best Asparagus Canadian Bacon And Cheese Frittata Low Carb Recipes

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FRITTATA WITH ASPARAGUS, CANADIAN BACON AND PARMESAN



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Nice breakfast or brunch treat. If you substitute table salt for the kosher salt, make sure to decrease the amount.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups egg substitute or 5 large eggs
4 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons skim milk
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 ounces medium asparagus spears, woody stems trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 8)
4 slices Canadian bacon, coarsely chopped (about 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack in the upper part of the oven and preheat the broiler.
  • Whisk the eggs, 3 tablespoons of the cheese, the milk, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to taste together in a bowl.
  • Heat the olive oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the asparagus and Canadian bacon, and cook until the asparagus is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low, pour the egg mixture into the skillet, stirring gently to distribute the fillings evenly.
  • Cover, and cook until the bottom sets, but does not get too brown, about 9 minutes.
  • Remove the cover, scatter the remaining 1 tablespoon of cheese over the surface.
  • Run the frittata under the broiler until the top sets and browns slightly, about 1 minute.
  • Set aside for about 5 minutes before unmolding.
  • Slip the frittata out of the pan onto a cutting board, cut into wedges.
  • Serve warm or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.7, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 39.2, Sodium 1686.5, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.8, Protein 36.4

BACON AND ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



Bacon and Asparagus Frittata image

My frittata makes a marvelous light meal. especially during the summer. When I prepare the frittata for guests, I also serve rice and bread to make a hearty meal-quick and easy, but it always wins compliments! -Gwen Clemon, Soldier, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces bacon
2 cups sliced fresh asparagus (cut in 1/2-inch pieces)
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup minced parsley
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 9- or 10-in. ovenproof skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 1 Tbsp. drippings. Heat reserved drippings on medium-high. Add asparagus, onion and garlic; saute until onion is tender. Crumble bacon; set aside a third. In a large bowl, combine remaining bacon, eggs, parsley, salt and pepper. , Pour egg mixture into skillet; stir. Top with tomato, cheese and reserved bacon. Cover and cook over medium-low until eggs are nearly set, 10-15 minutes. Preheat broiler; place skillet 6 in. from heat. Broil until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 351mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ASPARAGUS, CANADIAN BACON AND CHEESE FRITTATA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 large eggs
4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound medium asparagus stalks (about 8), trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 medium slices Canadian bacon (about 2 ounces), coarsely chopped
Mixed herb salad, for serving

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack in the upper part of the oven and preheat the broiler. Whisk the eggs, 3 tablespoons of the cheese, the milk, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to taste together in a bowl.
  • Heat the olive oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus and Canadian bacon, and cook until the asparagus is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low, pour the egg mixture into the skillet, stirring gently to distribute the fillings evenly. Cover, and cook until the bottom sets, but does not get too brown, about 9 minutes. Remove the cover, scatter the remaining 1 tablespoon of cheese over the surface. Run the frittata under the broiler until the top sets and browns slightly, about 1 minute. Set aside for about 5 minutes before unmolding. Slip the frittata out of the pan onto a cutting board, cut into wedges. Serve warm or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calorie, Fat 25 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 546 milligrams, Sodium 829 milligrams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 28 grams

ASPARAGUS-BACON FRITTATA



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Canadian asparagus is in season in the early summer - perfect for pairing with bacon and eggs in this frittata.

Provided by Mary Jenny

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 eggs
2 1/2 ml salt
1 ml red hot chili flakes
4 bacon, slices chopped
6 asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk eggs with salt and hot red chili flakes in a bowl.
  • Cook bacon slices in a medium skillet over medium until crisp. Transfer to a plate. Discard fat, leaving 15 mL (1 tbsp) in pan.
  • Add asparagus spears and sauté until almost tender.
  • Pour egg mixture into pan and sprinkle with bacon. Reduce heat to low and cover with foil.
  • Cook until frittata is set, 8 to 10 minutes. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.6, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 377.4, Sodium 508.3, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.7, Protein 14

LOW CARB ASPARAGUS FRITTATA



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I found this online and made a couple minor changes to make it even lower in carbs. It is really very, very good!It is very low in carbs.

Provided by Lou6566

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 24m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb asparagus spear, tough ends snapped off, and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup monterey jack cheese or 1 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 10 inch oven proof pan over medium high heat.
  • Add onions and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add asparagus, reduce heat and cook, covered until it is barely tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Pour in eggs and cook until almost set, but still slightly runny on top, about 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cheese over eggs and put in oven to broil until cheese is melted and browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and slide onto a serving plate; cut into wedges.

LOW FAT ASPARAGUS FRITTATA (WITH EGG BEATERS)



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I got this low fat, low carb, low calorie recipe from the Egg Beaters website. I haven't tried it yet but I want to!

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups Egg Beaters egg substitute (1-1/2 cups = 12 oz)
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat swiss cheese (1/2 cup = 2 oz)
1/4 cup nonfat milk
cooking spray
10 asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Mix Egg Beaters, cheese and milk in medium bowl until well blended; set aside.
  • Spray medium skillet with ovenproof handle with cooking spray; heat over medium heat.
  • Add asparagus, onions, salt and pepper; cook and stir 3 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Add tomatoes; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
  • Add Egg Beaters mixture.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover skillet with lid. Cook 12 minutes, or until bottom of frittata is set but top is still slightly moist. Remove lid from skillet.
  • Place skillet under broiler. Broil 2 minutes, or until top is set but not browned.
  • Cut into 4 wedges to serve.

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