Light Farmhouse Walnut Frittata

By Your Homebased Mom
Total Time
35 Mins
Serves
4
Meal
Breakfast Brunch

DESCRIPTION

Simple frittata recipe with nutrient packed walnuts. You can vary the recipe by using different vegetables and herbs. Try zucchini and basil for an Italian version.

Prep Time
15 Mins
Cook Time
20 Mins
Total Time
35 Mins
Calories
200
Total Fat
16
Polyunsaturated Fat
8
Cholesterol
248
Sodium
102
Carbohydrates
7
Dietary Fiber
2
Protein
10

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup each yellow, red and green peppers, julienned
  • 1/3 cup scallions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup California walnuts, chopped
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons yogurt, nonfat
  • 1 tablespoon Asiago or Parmesan cheese

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Spray a medium oven-proof skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Over medium heat, sauté peppers, scallions and walnuts in skillet until vegetables are soft.
  3. Beat eggs, add yogurt and pour mixture over vegetables in skillet. Stir and cook over medium heat until eggs begin to set.
  4. Sprinkle cheese over top of frittata and bake at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes or until eggs are well set.
  5. Cut into wedges and serve.