Start your day with this delicious and healthy Vegetable Frittata with Avocado Toast!
This high-protein breakfast is perfect for those looking to combine pleasure and effectiveness in their weight loss journey.
The combination of eggs, fresh vegetables, and avocado toast makes this meal a great way to kick-start your day while achieving your weight loss goals.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
- 4 slices whole-grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach and tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Preheat your broiler to high.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables in the skillet, and let cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly wobbly.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese on top, if desired.
- Place the skillet under the broiler and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the frittata is golden brown and fully set.
- While the frittata cooks, toast the bread and spread the mashed avocado on each slice. Sprinkle with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the frittata into 4 pieces and serve with a slice of avocado toast on the side.
Tips and Tricks:
- Feel free to customize the vegetables in the frittata to your liking or based on what you have on hand.
- To make the frittata dairy-free, substitute almond milk or another non-dairy milk for the milk, and omit the cheese.
Nutritional Information:
Calories | Protein | Carbohydrates | Fat | Fiber |
---|---|---|---|---|
450 | 23g | 34g | 25g | 7g |
Substitution Options:
- Substitute gluten-free bread for whole-grain bread to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Swap out the cheese for a dairy-free alternative if you are avoiding dairy.
Wine or Beverage Pairings:
Pair this vegetable frittata with a refreshing glass of freshly squeezed orange juice or a light and crisp white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.