A vibrant and appetizing scene featuring a cast-iron skillet frittata with four delicious variations, including spinach and feta, tomato and basil, mushroom and cheese, and bell peppers with onions. The golden-brown frittatas are presented on rustic wooden boards with a colorful Mexican-style tablecloth, a small dish of herbs, a knife for serving, and a glass of orange juice, illuminated by bright natural light to enhance the fresh and inviting appeal.

Cast-Iron Skillet Frittata, 4 Delicious Variations

Elevate your breakfast with this versatile frittata! Choose from four incredible variations or get creative with your favorite ingredients for a satisfying, one-pan meal.
Portions:8
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet (10 inches)
  • food processor, or blender
  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients

Frittata Base:

  • 336 g extra-firm tofu drained and pressed
  • 120 g chickpea flour
  • 30 g nutritional yeast
  • 8 g garlic powder
  • 8 g onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 120 ml plain soy or nondairy creamer
  • 60 ml vegetable or canola oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Frittata Denver Add-ins:

  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 160 g diced red or yellow onion
  • 150 g diced Ham Fauxsage

Frittata Mediterranean Add-ins:

  • 8 sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 12 basil leaves chiffonade
  • 15 g minced garlic

Frittata Lorraine Americana Add-ins:

  • 50 g imitation bacon bits or Seitan Bacon Crumbles
  • 392 g frozen or canned spinach thawed and drained
  • 2 tomatoes seeded and diced

Frittata Mexicana Add-ins:

  • 110 g soy chorizo or Seitan Chorizo Crumbles
  • 32 g diced scallion
  • 48 g fresh cilantro leaves chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
  • In a food processor or blender, blend all base ingredients until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the chosen add-ins for the frittata and divide them in half.
  • Fold one-half of the add-ins into the base mixture.
  • Pour the base mixture into a well-oiled (or nonstick sprayed) 10-inch cast-iron skillet.
  • Sprinkle the remaining add-ins on top of the mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
  • Let the frittata set for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • For Frittata Mexicana, mix all add-ins into the base.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

A light-bodied white wine like Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with the variety of flavors in this frittata.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 16 g | Fat: 8 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 0.3 mg
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Cuisine American
Holliday Picnic
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