Mediterranean Morning: Easy Spinach & Feta Frittata
This delightful frittata offers a satisfying and nutritious start to your day, echoing Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for a larger breakfast or brunch gathering, it features subtle aromatic notes of garlic and oregano. Ready in about 30 minutes, it's both elegant and easy to prepare.
Servings 6
Calories 184kcal
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- 10-inch oven-safe nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 6 cups baby spinach about 6 oz / 170 g, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese 2 oz / 56 g
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 3/8 teaspoon salt
- 3/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), rack center.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs with pepper, salt, and oregano until slightly frothy.
- Heat a 10-inch oven-safe nonstick skillet over medium heat; add olive oil. Sauté garlic 30 seconds.
- Add spinach; cook, stirring, until fully wilted and most moisture evaporates (4–6 minutes). Spread in an even layer.
- Pour egg mixture over spinach; scatter feta evenly on top.
- Bake 14–18 minutes, until the center is set with no visible liquid and internal temp reaches 70–72°C (160–162°F).
- Optional: broil 1–2 minutes for light browning. Rest a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approximate):
- Calories: 184
- Protein: 14.4g
- Total Fat: 12.7g
- Total Carbohydrates: 2.0g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Total Sugars: 0.9g
- Sodium: 389mg