Vegetarian

Quinoa frittata with zucchini

22 August, 2022 . 0

This Italian egg-based dish can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it ideal for brunch, lunch or dinner. It’s also super handy to make ahead of time if you’re expecting guests.

Ingredients

2 tbsp butter
1 medium zucchini; diced
4 large eggs
100 g cooked mixed quinoa
salt
freshly ground black pepper

To serve

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
150 g mixed cherry tomatoes; halved
4 basil leaves; thinly sliced
a few sprigs flat-leaf parsley; stalks removed

Method

Step 1.
Heat the butter in an oven-proof non-stick frying pan and fry the zucchini for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 2.
Lightly beat the eggs in a jug with the quinoa and season well with salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the frying pan and stir well, then leave to cook.

Step 3.
Preheat the grill to medium. When the egg has started to set around the edge, slide the pan under the grill and cook until the top of the frittata has set.

Step 4.
Cut the frittata into wedges and serve hot or cold. To finish the dish, make a dressing by mixing the oil and balsamic with a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss the tomatoes and shredded basil with the dressing and spoon over the frittata, then garnish with parsley.

Serves 2-4.