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Asparagus Frittata

Asparagus Frittata Video

Frittata is an Italian version of an omelette. This healthy recipe for asparagus cheese frittata is perfect for brunch or lunch. Pair it with a salad for a delicious low fat, low carb meal.

Yield:

8 servings

IMPORTANT PORTION SIZE INFORMATION

Post weight loss surgery patients must carefully measure ingredients and portion size. Consult with your physician for your individual portion size guidelines. Freeze leftovers in single-serving portions for future meals.

This recipe is appropriate for many meal plans for weight loss surgery patients medically approved to eat solid food. To determine if this recipe is safe for you, consult your physician.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 1/2 cups nonfat cottage cheese
  • 1 scallion, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 1/2 tsp grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly coat a 10-inch quiche pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a steamer, steam asparagus until just tender, about 3 minutes. Remove from steamer and allow to cool. Chop asparagus stems and reserve tips for garnish. In a blender or food processor, purée cottage cheese, chopped asparagus stems, scallion, parsley, egg, egg whites, mustard and mozzarella.
  2. Pour mixture into prepared quiche pan. Arrange reserved asparagus tips on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 35 minutes, or until set.

Nutritional Information:

  • Calories: 94
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 34mg
  • Sodium: 88mg
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g

Review Date: April 17, 2012
Reviewed By: Christina D. Wright, RD, LDN, Nutrition Editor, Baldwin Publishing.
Judy Capodanno, eCooking Editor, Baldwin Publishing. Contact Editor
This page created February 1, 2010 and last modified September 23, 2010
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