Spicy Spinach Frittata
After mixing, this spicy frittata will look like egg-coated spinach, but it will set in the oven.
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After mixing, this spicy frittata will look like egg-coated spinach, but it will set in the oven.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced (2 cups)
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 large egg whites
- 6 oz. baby spinach, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup prepared spicy salsa
- 1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt, optional
- 1/2 avocado, sliced, optional
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, optional
Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Brush oil over bottom and sides of ovenproof skillet, and heat over medium heat. Add onion, cumin, coriander, and salt; sauté 5 minutes.
2. Whisk together eggs and egg whites in bowl. Stir in spinach. Stir egg mixture into onions, then loosen edges with spatula. Transfer pan to oven, and bake 5 minutes. Scatter cheese over top; cool 10 minutes before cutting into 4 wedges. Garnish each serving with 1/4 cup salsa, 2 Tbs. Greek yogurt, 2 slices avocado, and 1 Tbs. cilantro (if using).
Nutrition Information
- Calories 220
- Carbohydrate Content 17 g
- Cholesterol Content 196 mg
- Fat Content 12 g
- Fiber Content 5 g
- Protein Content 14 g
- Saturated Fat Content 4 g
- Sodium Content 897 mg
- Sugar Content 6 g