Basil Potato & Asparagus Frittata | Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even when you’re in need of a quick & easy dinner! | Gluten Free + Vegetarian
So I just realised that the last four Monday recipe I’ve shared on here have all been one pan/one skillet one pot dishes which means that this Potato & Asparagus Frittata will fit in just perfectly here.
Easy meals > everything
Technically we’ll still need another small pot to soften out potatoes, but I promise it’s still just as easy!
With Easter coming up frittatas just sound like a good idea. They’re great for entertaining because they can be prepped and made ahead of time, and they’re easy to slice and share around.
Frittata Essentials
First things first, I recommend using a seasoned cast iron skillet or an oven safe non stick pan to make your frittata. You can also use a stainless steal pan, but just know that you’re going to need more oil to keep your eggs from sticking.
Moving on to the ingredients, your list is simple:
Eggs
Oil
Onion
Potato
Cheese (Parmesan & Goat’s)
Asparagus
Salt & Pepper
That being said, frittatas are really something that you can make your own by playing around with the ingredients. Add in what you like and ditch what you don’t. Have cheddar cheese but not goats? Throw it in. Hate Asparagus? Leave it out.
I personally love making frittata as a strategic way to clean out my fridge of whatever neglected bits & pieces of veg that needs using stat. Throw in a little bacon & season with dried herbs and you’re golden. Much like the top of this Potato & Asparagus Frittata!
I really love this sort of thing when I’m desperate to get dinner done and we don’t have too much food in. It’s ready in about 30 minutes without dirtying too many dishes in the process AND it’s delicious. What more can you want from a half dozen eggs?
More Delicious Breakfast Recipes
- Asparagus Potato Hash With Bacon & Eggs
- Crispy Potato & Leek Turkey Hash
- Sausage Kale Sweet Potato Hash (Whole30)
- Spicy Kale Potato Breakfast Hash
- Burst Cherry Tomatoes & White Bean Egg Skillet
- Broccoli Cheddar Crustless Quiche
Potato & Asparagus Frittata
Basil Potato & Asparagus Frittata | Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even when you're in need of a quick & easy dinner! | Gluten Free + VegetarianÂ
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup | 115 grams potatoes, diced into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 white onion, chopped
- 1/4 pound | 100 grams asparagus, cut into 1 inch long pieces
- 6 whole eggs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 oz goats cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Add the chopped potatoes to a small cooking pot, cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook over a medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Drain the water and then pat dry.
- Preheat the oven to broil.
- Put a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet (about 10 inches in diameter) over a medium high-heat. When hot, add the onion. Sprinkle with salt & pepper and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the chopped asparagus and boiled/dried potatoes and cook another 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a mixing jug. Add in the salt, pepper & parmesan. Pour the egg mixture over the top of the veggies. Sprinkle the goats cheese and the basil over the top of the eggs.
- Let the frittata cook undisturbed for 7-10 minutes, until the eggs are just about set. Place the frittata in the oven about 5 to 7 inches from the heat and broil until the eggs puff and are just set and the cheese is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, warm or at room temperature. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Lisa says
Top recipe!
Used red onion to give a bit more colour, cooked off asparagus and potatoes for a bit longer as chunky, cheddar as no parmesan , and fresh mint and oregano as no basil – delish tho – thankyou! 🙌
Sarah Nevins says
Thank you so much, Lisa! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and I very much appreciate you sharing what you did! LOVE the sound of mint and oregano here too 🙂
beth says
Delicious! I cut the recipe in half to be sure I liked it, now wish I had made the entire frittata for leftovers! This is SO good! Thank you for posting!
Sarah Nevins says
That’s so great to hear! Thanks so much, Beth – I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Christine Conklin says
Wonderful!
Sarah Nevins says
Thanks Christine!
Lisa says
I make personal frittatas often for my breakfast, but not normally for a meal. I have never used potatoes, as I feared they would get soggy with the eggs, but it worked out beautifully.
Sarah Nevins says
So glad you enjoyed it with the potatoes! I hope it will open up even more potato frittatas for you!
Bethy says
Do the eggs have to be beaten in a mixing jug or can I just use a regular bowl?
Sarah Nevins says
Hi Bethy – The mixing jug is to make the pouring easier, but you can absolutely use a regular mixing bowl instead!
Cathie says
The recipe calls for 2 T oil, but I’m only seeing 1 T used; what am I missing?
Sarah Nevins says
My mistake! That should just say one tablespoon in the ingredient section. Thanks for pointing that out to me so!
Bee says
Mmm I love everything about this dish!! Plus the asparagus are so good this time of year so I definitely need to make this!!
Sarah says
Thanks Bee! Hope you love it as much as we do!
Elaine Romero says
Just made this for my family for a post-Christmas brunch and it was a hit. Thanks for helping!
Sarah says
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for coming back to let me know what you thought!
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This recipe looks very delicious. I’m hungry now. Will try it soon.
Sarah says
Hope you like it as much as we do!
Renee says
This looks perfectly delicious and I can’t wait to make it for our next family weekend breakfast!
Sarah says
Thanks Renee! Hope you guys enjoy it!