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Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata

Make Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata, an Italian lunch recipe with large eggs, whole milk ricotta cheese, zucchini. It has about 35 min, about 320 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.

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Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata is an Italian lunch recipe that takes about 35 min, makes 4 servings, has about 320 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.

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Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 120 g whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 medium shallot or small onion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Watch how to make Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata

Follow the key cooking steps, then use the full instructions below for measurements and timing.

How to make Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grate the zucchini and squeeze out as much excess water as possible using a clean kitchen towel. Finely chop the shallot (or onion) and mince the garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe, non-stick skillet (20-22 cm / 8-9 inch diameter) over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated zucchini, and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and any remaining moisture has evaporated. Remove from heat.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Fold the cooked zucchini mixture into the egg mixture.
  5. Pour the frittata mixture back into the same skillet (no need to clean it if it's non-stick). Cook on the stovetop over medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes, until the edges begin to set.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the frittata is puffed, set in the center, and lightly golden.
  7. Let the frittata cool slightly in the skillet before inverting onto a plate or slicing directly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata FAQ

How do I make Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata?

Make Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.

What ingredients are in Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata?

The main ingredients include large eggs, whole milk ricotta cheese, zucchini, Parmesan cheese, grated, shallot or small onion. The full ingredient list is included on this page.

How long does Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata take?

This recipe takes about 35 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.

How many calories are in Zucchini and Ricotta Frittata?

Recipe Genius estimates about 320 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.

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