Best Frittata Di Zucchine E Fiori Di Zucca Italian Zucchini Frittata Recipes

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FRITTATA DI ZUCCHINE (ZUCCHINI FRITTATA)



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Over 50 years ago, I was taught to make zucchini frittatas by my grandmother. This is her recipe, which I still use on a regular basis. You can adjust/substitute the herbs to your taste preference to make this recipe "your own". Served with a tossed green salad on the side, it makes a wonderful light dinner. Posted in answer to a request.

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 1 Frittata, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional) or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed (optional)
1 1/2 lbs zucchini
2 tablespoons Italian parsley or 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
5 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese (parmesan cheese)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler (the one in your oven, not the BBQ grill).
  • In a small frying pan over medium heat, warm two tablespoons of the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and dried thyme (if using it).
  • Sauté until the onion wilts (about five minutes).
  • Prepare the zucchini by cutting off the stems and blossom ends, cut them in half lengthwise, and then cut them crosswise into thin slices.
  • Add the zucchini, cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally (until tender but not mushy- about 10 to 12 minutes).
  • Just before the zucchini slices are done, add the fresh thyme (if using it) and the basil OR parsley.
  • Place the mixture in a colander to cool and allow excess water to drain out (about ten minutes).
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs lightly with a fork.
  • Beat in the salt, pepper, and cheese.
  • Add the drained cooled zucchini and onion mixture.
  • Pour the remaining two tablespoons olive oil in a flameproof 12-inch skillet or omelet pan and place over medium heat.
  • When it is hot enough to make the eggs sizzle, pour in the egg mixture, making sure the zucchini mixture is distributed evenly.
  • Immediately reduce the heat to low and cook the frittata gently until it is set (about 12-15 minutes).
  • Be careful not to overcook the eggs.
  • To finish cooking, slide the pan under the preheated broiler six inches from the heat until the top is golden (about 1-2 minutes more).
  • Use a spatula to loosen the edges from the pan, slide the frittata out onto a serving plate.
  • Serve warm or cold, cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.9, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 239.7, Sodium 565.5, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6.2, Protein 14.2

ZUCCHINI FRITTATA



Zucchini Frittata image

When we travel by car, I make the frittata the night before, stuff it into pita bread in the morning and microwave for a minute or two before I wrap them in a towel so down the road we can enjoy a still-warm breakfast! -Carol Blumenberg, Lehigh Acres, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup coarsely shredded zucchini
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together eggs and salt., In an 8-in. ovenproof skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion and zucchini until onion is crisp-tender. Pour in egg mixture; cook until almost set, 5-6 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 304mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

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