Description
This spring onion and asparagus frittata comes together in about 40 minutes and is packed with fresh spring flavors. Caramelized spring onions and tender asparagus are baked into a simple and delicious vegetarian frittata flavored with thyme, chives, and garlic. Serve big slices as the main dish for your next brunch or tuck smaller slices into bread for a delicious breakfast sandwich!
Ingredients
- 7 large eggs
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives
- Sea salt, to taste
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bunch spring onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, minced
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 12 ounces asparagus, woody ends removed and chopped into bite-sized pieces
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Add the eggs and milk to a large bowl and whisk until homogenous. Whisk in the parmesan and thinly sliced chives along with a big pinch of salt. Set aside.
Set a large oven-safe skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil. Once it starts to shimmer, add the spring onions along with a pinch of salt and the thyme. Cook, stirring every 1-2 minutes, until the onions just start to turn golden. This will take about 15 minutes. Add the garlic and asparagus and cook until the asparagus turns bright green, about 3 minutes. Arrange the onions and asparagus into an even layer in the bottom of the pan, then pour the egg mixture over the top. Cook, undisturbed, until the edges are firm then carefully transfer the pan to the preheated oven. Cook for 8-12 minutes or until the frittata is fully set. The center should be springy to the touch.
Allow the frittata to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy within 3-4 days.
Notes
- Spring onions are typically sold in bunches and can vary in size. If your bunch of onions is particularly small, feel free to use two bunches.
- You can use both the bulb and stem of spring onions. I like to cut them separately to make it easier.
- If you can’t find spring onions, feel free to sub 1 sweet onion in their place.
- I love using the leftovers to make frittata sandwiches! Use your favorite, bagel, or English muffin.
- You can use any milk you like here. If you’re using a non-dairy one, make sure it is plain and unsweetened or the frittata will have an odd sweet taste. My go-to non-dairy milk for a frittata is unsweetened plain soy milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast