Tasty egg white frittata is baked in a cast iron skillet into puffy perfection. Topped with smoked salmon and basil, it is delicious and very healthy.
Fluffy, tasty egg white frittata that looks pretty and festive. I used Parmesan, smoked salmon and basil in this recipe. But obviously you can use other cheeses such as cheddar or goat cheese. And you should definitely experiment with different herbs.
I bake this egg white frittata in a small cast iron skillet. It comes out puffed and gorgeous. It’s pretty enough for company!
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3-4 days. They are very tasty when gently reheated in the microwave, or even cold.
MY LATEST VIDEOSI generally prefer to use the whole eggs – egg yolks are very healthy. But sometimes, when a recipe such as this zabaglione recipe leaves me with unused egg whites, I make this egg white frittata.
Egg White Frittata
Tasty egg white frittata is baked in a cast iron skillet into puffy perfection. Topped with smoked salmon and basil, it is delicious and very healthy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Rest time5 mins
Total Time40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 123kcal
Ingredients
- Olive oil spray
- 8 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 4 oz smoked salmon, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray two small (6 inch), oven-safe skillets (such as cast iron skillets) with olive oil cooking spray.
- Using an electric hand whisk, beat the egg whites with salt and pepper until foamy. Add the Parmesan and whisk to incorporate.
- Heat the skillets over medium heat, about 3 minutes. Pour the egg mixture into the skillets. Arrange the salmon pieces and basil strips on top of the eggs. Cook about 3 minutes, until bottom is set, then transfer to the oven to finish cooking, 10-15 more minutes. Frittatas are done when puffy and golden and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool 5 minutes in skillets, then carefully loosen the edges with a spatula, slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Egg White Frittata
Amount Per Serving
Calories 123 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 646mg 27%
Total Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 20g 40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
