Italian Frittata Recipe

Italian frittata is a versatile dish that you can easily whip up using your favorite vegetables and meats. It might be simple but it’s absolutely loaded with flavor.

More delicious brunch ideas include an easy slow cooker overnight breakfast casserole, this savory breakfast skillet, and tasty breakfast burritos.

Why You’ll Love It

Easy: Egg frittata recipes are in no way difficult to make, even if this is going to be the first one you have ever made. If you can chop vegetables and beat eggs, you can make this tasty treat.
Versatile: Anything can go in an Italian vegetable frittata, making it a great way to clear out your crisper drawer or combine a couple of different kinds of cheese. You can even add chopped cooked meat or seafood. Your frittata, your choice, which will always make the best frittata!
Healthy: If you’re a fan of eggs, there’s no way you aren’t going to love a homemade frittata recipe. It’s a nutritious option, too, so ditch the breakfast cereal and instead enjoy this high protein option which will keep you full for lunch and includes some of your recommended daily values of various vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.

Italian Frittata Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Fresh eggs: These will form the base of the frittata, providing structure and protein.
Zucchini: It adds a lovely texture and mild flavor to the dish.
Bell peppers: These add a beautiful pop of color and a refreshing crunch to every bite.
Garlic: A frittata without garlic is truly incomplete! It adds a wonderful depth of flavor that works great with all the other ingredients.
Pecorino Romano and mozzarella cheese: Cheese makes everything better, and this frittata is no exception. The combination of these two cheeses adds a rich, gooey texture and a savory flavor that’s absolutely delicious.
Heavy cream: This ingredient adds a luxurious creaminess to the frittata, making it even more irresistible.

How to Make an Italian Frittata

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Prepare the vegetables: The first step is to slice the vegetables and mince the garlic, adding them to a large bowl. 
Sauté the vegetables: Heat oil in a cast iron skillet or oven-safe sauté pan over medium heat, then cook the veggies over medium-high heat with some oregano, salt, and pepper.
Add the cheese: Add the mozzarella to the pan.
Add the remaining ingredients: Whisk eggs with Pecorino Romano and cream in a medium bowl, and pour the beaten eggs into the pan with the vegetables and mozzarella. 
Cook the frittata: Cook the egg mixture for about 5 minutes on the stove over medium-low heat, then finish it in the oven.
Garnish and serve: Serve garnished with parsley and some shredded cheese.

Substitutions and Variations

Veggies: Use any vegetables you like, such as cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, green onion, eggplant, or asparagus.
Protein: You can also add a cooked protein such as chopped bacon, chicken, or salmon.
Spices: Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices. You can add a kick of heat with some chili flakes.
Cheese: You can swap the pecorino Romano for Parmesan or try something different like goat cheese, feta cheese, or cheddar cheese. You can also combine several different kinds of cheese for a unique twist.

Serving Suggestions

Breakfast: When serving this Italian vegetable frittata for breakfast, you can pair it with items such as bacon, sausage, or even breakfast potatoes.
Lunch or dinner: This frittata can also be served as a main dish for lunch or dinner. You can serve it with a simple salad or some homemade soda bread to make a complete and hearty meal.
Buffet: If you’re having it as part of a buffet or serving everything family style, consider adding some antipasto skewers or a protein such as lemonade chicken. A big juicy steak would also be a great addition. Leftover pasta salad is also good with it. And you can offer hot sauce, tomato sauce, mayo, or even sour cream at the table with your baked frittata.

How to Store a Frittata

Store: Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge and eat within 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze it whole or in individual portions in airtight freezer bags or containers, and eat within six months.
Thaw: Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: Frittata is also nice cold, but you can reheat it in the oven at 325°F for about 25 minutes, or in the microwave if you’re in a rush, although microwaving frittata can make it soggy.