Frittata is already a nutritious food, loaded with eggs, veggies and some meats. But how can you make it even healthier while not sacrificing its flavour? The answer is tofu!
This extra healthy frittata is made up of eggs, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, cheddar cheese and a full package of tofu. But with all the delicious add-ins, you won’t even notice the taste of the tofu but will reap all its health benefits!
What is a frittata?
Some call frittata a crust-less quiche. Its simply eggs, milk and any mix-ins that you would like to add. But in this recipe we don’t add any milk, instead we add a whole package of tofu to boost the nutrition of this tasty dish.
Also, frittatas are first cooked on the stove top and then finished off in the oven while a quiche is just baked in the oven.
What are the health benefits of tofu?
Tofu is an excellent source of protein and contains iron, magnesium, copper and zinc
Contains compounds called isoflavones which are powerful antioxidants
Regularly eating may reduce LDL or “bad” cholesterol
Good for bone health because its rich in calcium and vitamin D
Are frittatas hard to make?
Not at all! Frittatas are super easy and fast to make. Also, they’re terrific for using up any leftovers in the fridge like bacon, sausage or even roast chicken. Any veggies in the fridge that are past its prime are also perfect for frittatas.
Cooking tips
Use a cast iron pan. They heat evenly and go from stove to the oven safely.
Once the frittata is set but still jiggle in the middle its ready
Frittata is already a nutritious food, loaded with eggs, veggies and some meats. But how can you make it even healthier while not sacrificing its flavour? The answer is tofu!
