Zucchini and Feta Protein Frittata
A high-protein, low-carb breakfast packed with fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and savory feta. Perfect for stabilizing morning blood sugar and preventing mid-day crashes.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 50-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Blender · Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
This is a perfect batch-prep breakfast. Let it cool completely, store slices in airtight containers, and microwave for 60 to 90 seconds on busy mornings.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Next: Preheat your oven to 375°F
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Preheat your oven to 375°F
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly coat an 8-inch cast-iron skillet or baking dish with a little olive oil.
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Place the grated zucchini in a clean…
Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and wring it out forcefully over the sink to remove as much water as possible. This step is essential for a firm, sliceable frittata.
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In a blender
In a blender, combine the eggs and cottage cheese. Blend until completely smooth. This creates a rich, fluffy, quiche-like custard while massively boosting the protein.
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Pour the egg mixture into a large…
Pour the egg mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the squeezed zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Pour the mixture into your prepared skillet…
Pour the mixture into your prepared skillet or baking dish.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Squeezing the zucchini is non-negotiable
Squeezing the zucchini is non-negotiable. Zucchini holds a surprising amount of hidden water, and wringing it out ensures your frittata doesn't turn out soggy.
This is a perfect batch-prep breakfast
This is a perfect batch-prep breakfast. Let it cool completely, store slices in airtight containers, and microwave for 60 to 90 seconds on busy mornings.
Because egg dishes are naturally low…
Because egg dishes are naturally low in fiber, serve a slice alongside a half-cup of fresh raspberries or some sliced avocado to easily hit your morning fiber goals.
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