Italian Spinach and Ricotta Frittata
A fluffy frittata packed with spinach, creamy ricotta, and a hint of Parmesan, perfect for a light Italian breakfast.

Total
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a non‑stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- 2
Sauté spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- 3
In a bowl, whisk eggs, ricotta, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Pour the egg mixture over the spinach, sprinkle Parmesan on top.
- 5
Cook without stirring for 5‑7 minutes until edges set, then finish under a broiler for 2 minutes.
- 6
Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
280
14% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
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