This easy to make Spinach and Asparagus Frittata is light and fluffy and only takes 30 minutes to make! Packed with spring vegetables this healthy meal is perfect any time of the day!
Guys, this is the perfect spring meal!
What I like about Spinach and Asparagus Frittata:
- Quick and easy recipe – this frittata will be on your table in 30 minutes which means it is perfect for weeknight dinners, lunches or brunch.
- Vegetarian option – if you are looking to go meat-free or reduce the amount of meat you eat this spinach and asparagus frittata is the perfect dish to start with.
- Also great as an appetizer or party food – simply cut it into small pieces and enjoy with salad or just on its own.
Speaking of appetizers …. Did you know that in Spain everything revolves around tapas a.k.a. Spanish appetizers, beer snacks, pub food. Pubs as well as many restaurants are full of them.
I remember one time when I visited a certain place in Spain (not far from Madrid) and needed a proper dinner after a full day of traveling, it was pretty difficult. All I could find were only places selling tapas.
Now the Spaniards can turn everything and anything into tapas. Even their favorite omelette – Tortilla Espanola.
Is served in a form of tapas! And so is Paella.
How to make spinach and asparagus frittata
Now because there are only a few ingredients to make this frittata make sure to season it well. Even though asparagus and spinach add flavors to this dish, it would be bland if we did not use anything else.
I used garlic because it goes so well with spinach and onion always gives a ton of flavor to any dish, not only this one.
Start off with sautéing onions. They will need a minute or two on low – medium heat. Then add fresh spinach. Add this in stages if your frying pan is not large enough to hold all of the spinach at once. It will wilt and shrink very fast so just keep adding more leaves until you are done.
Add asparagus and garlic. Make sure to stir the veggies from time to time – you don’t want to burn that garlic.
Get a bowl that is large enough to hold 5 eggs. Whisk these well before adding milk, salt, pepper and dried thyme. Whisk again and pour over the sautéed veggies.
Cook this until you see the eggs starting to set around the edges. Then transfer into a preheated oven and bake until the eggs are set completely.
Useful tips:
- Check if your skillet/frying pan is oven-proof.
- I like using a good quality non-stick frying pan as nothing sticks to it and you can get this spinach and asparagus frittata easily out.
- The amount of cheese can be adjusted to your liking or omitted completely.
This is one of the best breakfast frittata recipes you’ll try!
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Spinach and Asparagus Frittata
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Small Onion , diced
- 7 ounce Fresh Spinach
- 7 ounce Fresh Asparagus Stalks
- 3 Garlic Cloves
- 5 Medium Eggs
- ½ tsp Salt
- A Pinch of Black Pepper
- 2 tsp Dried Thyme
- ½ cup Milk
- 3 ounce Cheddar Cheese , optional
Instructions
- In an oven-proof skillet/frying pan, heat the oil and add diced onion. Sauté for about a minute before adding the spinach in. Sauté until the spinach has reduced its volume.
- Now preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.
- Meanwhile: Wash the asparagus and trim off the hard ends. Cut the rest of the stalks into 1-1 ½ inch long pieces. Peel and mince the garlic. Add both the garlic and asparagus to the spinach and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Add salt, pepper, thyme and milk and stir well. Pour this mixture over the veggies and cook for a few minutes. When the eggs around the edges start to set, transfer the skillet into the oven.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the eggs are set.
- Top with grated cheese and serve warm or cold for breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner or as appetizer.
Notes
- Make sure to use an oven-proof skillet/frying pan. If you have one with a non-stick coating, use it. It makes a huge difference.
- Use less, more or completely omit the cheese.
- Mushrooms can be also added, just reduce the amount of spinach a bit.
Dannii says
12/04/2018 at 16:22Spinach and artichokes are my favourite green vegetables and we love them in a frittata too. Such an easy lunch.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
13/04/2018 at 08:38Thanks!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
12/04/2018 at 16:22I’ve been loving all things asparagus lately so this frittata has my name on it! Yum!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
13/04/2018 at 08:34:) It’s a great way to use asparagus so if you still have some on hand I highly recommend trying it.
Annie @ Annie's Noms says
12/04/2018 at 16:48I love a good frittata and how quick and easy they are to make! Perfect weeknight dinner or brunch! Loving this flavour combo and I have all the ingredients in the house right now!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
13/04/2018 at 08:31Hope you give it a go so! :)
traci says
12/04/2018 at 16:57Just pinned this to my breakfast board and was already planning to make a frittata with ALL the asparagus this weekend :) You’ve inspired me…yours looks gorgeous and I wish I had some right now! Thanks!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
13/04/2018 at 08:29Glad to hear that! :)
April says
12/04/2018 at 17:09Oooh this looks absolutely DELICIOUS! I’m not a big fan of sweet breakfasts so this recipe is perfect for me. You just gave me a couple ideas for my frittata. Thanks!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
13/04/2018 at 08:20You are welcome, April! :)