Nutrition & Recipes

Southwest Vegetable Frittata

By Recipe Team on April 17, 2024
Treat the moms or mother figures in your life to a delicious (and healthy!) breakfast this Mother’s Day.

Whipping up this recipe from the American Institute for Cancer Research is the perfect way to show mom you care. With colorful veggies, a touch of spice, and topped with creamy avocado, this is a breakfast she’s sure to love.

Nutrition per serving: 220 calories, 13 g total fat (3 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 280 mg cholesterol, 12 g carbohydrates, 14 g protein, 4 g dietary fiber, 440 mg sodium, 3 g sugar, 0 g added sugar.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon canola or olive oil
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1/4 cup diced yellow onion
1/2 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely minced
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
6 large eggs
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup grated reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 avocado, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chunky salsa or pico de gallo
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
  1. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add red pepper, onion, jalapeño and black beans and sauté 5 minutes, being careful not to mash beans. With wooden spoon, stir vegetables and beans until evenly distributed.
  3. Beat eggs in a bowl and pour eggs over top. Spread with spoon to evenly distribute across vegetables and beans. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium heat until eggs are just set, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle with cheese. Cover and allow cheese to melt for just a minute. Gently slide the frittata onto a plate or platter.
  5. Top with avocado slices and salsa. If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Cook time: 8 minutes
Serves: 4
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