Savoring the Symphony of Flavors: A Culinary Journey with Vegetable-Baked Frittata and Summer Greens
Dive into
gastronomic delight with our Vegetable-Baked Frittata, a culinary masterpiece
that ingeniously repurposes leftover vegetables into a flavorful feast. Whether
enjoying piping hot for dinner or chilled for breakfast, lunch, or a delectable
snack, this frittata is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Essential
Ingredients for Culinary Bliss
Upgrade
your culinary prowess with the following ingredients:
1.
Asparagus Elegance
1 cup of
chopped cooked asparagus (opt for Brussels sprouts or green beans for a
delightful twist)
2. Potato
and Pumpkin Harmony
1 cup of diced pre-cooked roast potatoes
1 cup of diced pre-cooked roast pumpkin
3.
Verdant Freshness
2 full cups of finely chopped fresh baby spinach
4. Cheese
Symphony
½ cup of grated low-fat cheddar cheese
¼ cup of grated parmesan
5.
Flavorful Ensemble
½ cup of finely sliced spring onions
2 crushed
garlic cloves
½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
6. Citrus
Infusion
Zest of 1 lemon for the frittata
Juice of 1 lemon for the summer salad
7.
Cooking Elixir
1 tablespoon of canola oil
8. Eggs Strava ante
8 whole
eggs
9. Herbal
Finesse
¼ cup of coarsely shredded basil leaves
Preparing
the Culinary Symphony
Follow
these steps to orchestrate a culinary masterpiece:
1.
Prelude to Oven Excellence
Preheat
your oven to 200°C.
2.
Veggie Ballet
In a
sizable bowl, blend the first eight ingredients with the zest of a lemon.
3.
Sauté Dance
Heat the
canola oil in a large 23cm oven-safe frying pan over medium-high heat. Toss the
assorted vegetables into the pan, allowing them to sizzle and infuse their
flavors through a brief 2-minute sauté.
4. Egg
Sonata
In a
separate bowl, beat the eggs. Pour the whisked eggs onto the vegetables in the
pan. Lower the heat and allow them to cook for 1-2 minutes or until they are
close to setting.
5.
Parmesan Crescendo
Sprinkle
parmesan on top and transfer the pan into your preheated oven. Bake for 10-12
minutes until it achieves a golden hue and bubbles.
6.
Salad Overture
Simultaneously,
craft the summer salad by combining rocket, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes in a
bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with pepper to taste.
7.
Finale Flourish
Remove
the frittata from the oven, sprinkle fresh basil across the top, and divide it
into four portions. Present this fragrant culinary creation next to your crisp
summer salad for a harmonious dining experience.
Pro-Tip
Encore
A
friendly reminder: If utilizing leftovers, the cost per serving decreases,
making it a budget-friendly culinary delight.
Nutritional
Harmony (Per Serving)
Embark on
a culinary adventure with the nutritional breakdown:
Calories:
356 cal
Kilojoules:
1490 kJ
Protein:
27 g
Total
fat: 20 g
Saturated
fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates:
15 g
Sugars: 6
g
Dietary
fiber: 6 g
Sodium:
400 mg
Calcium:
420 mg
Iron: 4.5
mg
