Asparagus Frittata
Welcome spring with this Asparagus Frittata! Filled with seasonal veggies, cottage cheese, and feta, it’s a crowd-pleasing and low carb breakfast or brunch that’s perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 6 slices
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1/3 cup shallots sliced
- 1/2 lb. asparagus cut into 1" pieces
- pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp water
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup egg whites
- 2/3 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then add the shallot and sauté until soft, 2-3 minutes. Add the remaining oil, asparagus and salt and sauté for 2 minutes, then add the water and cook until the asparagus is soft, 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook on the stove for 3-4 minutes just until the edges have set.
- Sprinkle the feta overtop, then transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-17 minutes. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
*Calories are per serving and are an estimation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 319mg | Potassium: 223mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 504IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 2mg
