Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this delicious and nutritious Swiss Chard Frittata! This easy-to-make frittata combines the vibrant flavors of fresh Swiss chard and onions with creamy ricotta cheese, making it a delightful dish that is both hearty and healthy. Packed with protein from the eggs and egg whites, this frittata is perfect for a satisfying meal any time of the day. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile dish that everyone will love!
Swiss Chard Frittata
4
servingsA healthy alternative to the cheesy omelet: a frittata studded with Swiss chard, which delivers iron, potassium, and fiber. Using mostly egg whites in place of the usual whole eggs lowers the calorie count.
Ingredients
1 large egg
10 large egg whites
1/3 cup fresh part-skim ricotta cheese, pressed through a fine sieve
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 leaves Swiss chard (4 ounces), sliced 1/2 inch thick crosswise (1 1/4 cups), stalks removed and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces (1/2 cup)
1/2 large onion (4 ounces), thinly sliced crosswise (1/2 cup)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Whisk together egg, whites, ricotta, teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a medium bowl.
- Heat oil in a 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add Swiss chard stalks and onion, and cook until onion is tender and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add Swiss chard leaves, and cook, stirring, until tender, about 1 1/2 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add egg mixture, and stir once or twice to distribute vegetables evenly. Place skillet in oven, and bake until eggs have set, about 13 minutes. Serve immediately.
This Swiss Chard Frittata is not only a nutritious and delicious dish but also a fantastic way to enjoy the health benefits of leafy greens. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this frittata is versatile and easy to make. Enjoy the rich flavors and satisfying texture in every bite!
