Pizza Frittata

Pizza on wooden chopping board. Frittata — Pizza Frittata

What defines a frittata I hear you say, as Key For Keto seem to have a lot of frittata recipes.

A frittata is a type of Italian omelette that is typically made with eggs, cheese, and vegetables. Unlike a regular omelette, a frittata is not folded when cooked but left open-faced, allowing the ingredients to be visible and nicely presented. Frittatas can also be baked in the oven for a fluffier texture. The popularity of pizza frittata has grown in recent years as a convenient, fast and delicious meal that can be easily adapted to any taste. Pizza frittata combines the classic flavours of pizza with the convenience of a frittata.

To make it, simply dice up your favourite pizza toppings along with some eggs, cheese, and herbs. Pour the mixture into a skillet or baking dish, bake it in the oven, and you have a delicious Italian-style meal that can be served on its own or with your favourite sides. Pizza frittata is an easy and versatile dish that can be customized to any taste.

Topping the frittata with mozzarella — Topping the frittata

What are classic Italian pizza ingredients?

The flavours of classic Italian cooking come from the use of simple yet high-quality ingredients. From the freshness of tomatoes and herbs to the richness of cheese and cured meats, Italian cuisine is renowned for its exquisite flavour combinations. Common ingredients used in Italian cooking include olive oil, garlic, onions, capers, olives, anchovies, mushrooms, bell peppers, and various types of cheese such as Parmigiano-Reggiano. Fresh herbs such as basil, oregano, marjoram, and rosemary are also used to season dishes for an extra burst of flavour.

Italian sauces like marinara and pesto are essential components of many popular recipes. Meats such as salami, prosciutto, and sausage are another popular ingredient in Italian dishes. Fresh pasta is also a key part of classic Italian cooking and can be used to make delicious pastas, ravioli, and gnocchi. No matter what ingredients you use, the end result will always be a satisfying meal full of flavour and tradition.

Pizza Ferittata

This simple frittata takes its inspiration from Margherita pizza except of course its low-carb and grain free.

Serves

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time20 Mins

Total Time30 Mins

Ingredients

1 tbsp ghee or lard
1 small white or yellow onion, chopped
4 oz (112g) fresh or cooked spinach
6 large pastured eggs
0.3333333333 cup sugar-free marinara sauce, divided
0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese, divided
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
0.25 cup sliced olives
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Fresh basil

Instructions

Grease a pan with the ghee and add the onion.
Cook over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the spinach and cook for no more than 1 minute.
Preheat the broiler. Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat with a fork.
Add the marinara, grated parmesan, and mozzarella.
Pour the egg mixture into the pan and lower the heat to medium-low. Cook until the top starts to firm up and the edges are turning opaque, about 8 to 10 minutes, with the lid on.
Top with the reserved marinara and cheese, tomatoes, and olives.
Place under the broiler for 5 to 7 minutes to crisp up the top.
Let the frittata cool slightly and cut it into 6 pieces.
Top with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh basil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories 470

Fats 36g

Protein 28g

Carbs 9.5g

Net Carbs 7g

What we think

“I made a slight error in layering the frittata. I put the cheese on top first, where I should have put the tomatoes and then covered with cheese. Put a lid on while cooking on hob so it makes it retain its moisture. And finally, watch under the grill. I grilled for 6 minutes which was perfect but I know my grill really well and how it acts in these circumstances!

This was incredible, a carb-free pizza, all the great taste you would expect from a pizza but so much more moist than a wheat base. I could taste all the flavors and in particular the basil added at the end was the dominant flavor along with the marinara sauce and mozzarella. A real margherita without the stodginess of bread! A 5 out of 5 thanks Key For Keto.”

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What defines a frittata I hear you say, as Key For Keto seem to have a lot of frittata recipes.

What are classic Italian pizza ingredients?