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Christmas Frittata Recipe

Christmas Frittata Recipe

A frittata is a versatile Italian egg dish that's similar to an omelette, but it's typically baked in the oven. It’s made with a combination of beaten eggs, vegetables, cheese, and sometimes meat, creating a hearty and flavorful meal. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, a frittata is easy to customize with your favorite ingredients.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: 179kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Wire rack
  • Serving Dish

Ingredients

Base Frittata Recipe

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup 120ml milk*
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup about 100–120g shredded sharp cheddar cheese OR crumbled feta, divided
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Version #1: Garden Vegetable

  • 1 heaping cup about 150g chopped sweet potato (no need to peel)
  • 1 heaping cup 130g sliced zucchini
  • 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup about 80g chopped red bell pepper
  • optional for topping: chopped fresh parsley

Version #2: Mediterranean-Inspired

  • 1 cup 30g roughly chopped fresh spinach
  • 1 heaping cup about 160g canned quartered artichoke hearts, drained
  • 1 cup 150g halved cherry tomatoes
  • optional: 2 ounces 56g or about 4 slices roughly chopped prosciutto

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (191°C).
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl, then mix in 3/4 cup of cheese (cheddar for Garden Vegetable or feta for Mediterranean).
  • Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, being careful not to brown it.
  • For the Garden Vegetable version, add red onion and sweet potato, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Add zucchini and red peppers, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cook for 5 minutes without stirring, until it begins to set around the edges. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  • For the Mediterranean version, mix spinach, tomatoes, artichokes, and prosciutto into the egg mixture before pouring it into the pan.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 22–26 minutes, until the frittata is puffy and the center is no longer wet.
  • Let the frittata cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Optionally top with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.3g | Protein: 11.1g | Cholesterol: 202.6mg | Fiber: 12.1g | Sugar: 2.3g