Courgette and Purple Sprouting Broccoli Frittata

A colourful and healthy frittata featuring the fresh flavours of courgette and purple sprouting broccoli. Perfect for a light lunch, brunch, or a simple supper.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

350 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.97/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

2mediumCourgettes(roughly chopped)

£1.20

250gPurple Sprouting Broccoli(cut into bite-sized florets)

£1.50

6Eggs(large)

£1.70

100mlMilk(full fat or semi-skimmed)

£0.10

50gParmesan Cheese(grated)

£2.20

2tbspOlive Oil

£0.25

2clovesGarlic(minced)

£0.15

0.3cupFresh Basil(chopped)

£0.75

0.5tspSalt(or to taste)

£0.01

0.3tspBlack Pepper(or to taste)

£0.03

Total Cost

£7.89

£1.97 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4).
2.
Heat the olive oil in the oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3.
Add the chopped courgettes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
4.
Add the purple sprouting broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
5.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
6.
Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables in the skillet. Stir gently to ensure the vegetables are evenly distributed.
7.
Cook the frittata on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes until the edges begin to set.
8.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the frittata is set and lightly golden brown on top.
9.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh basil.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (220g)

350 kcal / 1464 kJ

Carbs

3% of RDA

Fat

24g

34% of RDA

Protein

23g

46% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

550 mg

24% of RDA

Saturated Fat

9 g

45% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavour, use a mature cheddar cheese instead of Parmesan.

Add a pinch of chilli flakes for a touch of heat.

The frittata can be served warm or cold.

Other vegetables like mushrooms, onions, or spinach can be added to the frittata as well.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Stove

Oven-safe skillet (approx. 10-12 inches)

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Courgette and Purple Sprouting Broccoli Frittata

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