Zucchini & Basil Frittata

Zucchini & Basil Frittata

Ready in 45 minutes, for 3 servings

Gluten free

Vegetarian

INGREDIENTS:

- zucchini

EQUIPMENT:

- food processor

- box grater

1) Shred the zucchini with a box grater or a food processor.

INGREDIENTS:

- zucchini

EQUIPMENT:

- colander

- bowl

2) Place shredded zucchini in a colander with a large bowl underneath.

INGREDIENTS:

- cheddar cheese

- green onions

- zucchini

- basil

- water

- egg

- salt

EQUIPMENT:

- mixing bowl

3) Sprinkle with a little salt and allow some water to seep out of the zucchini, about 20 minutes. You can squeeze some of the water out with your hands if you're in a hurry. This part can be completed ahead of time and the shredded zucchini can stay in your refrigerator overnight if you would like to do this recipe in stages.In a large mixing bowl, add shredded zucchini, green onion, basil, cheddar cheese, and salt. Stir to combine. Crack the eggs in a separate bowl and beat them.

INGREDIENTS:

- grape seed oil

- olive oil

- egg

EQUIPMENT:

- frying pan

- bowl

- oven

4) Pour the egg mixture into the bowl with the veggies and stir to combine all ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. In a 10 inch cast iron skillet, heat 1 to 2 tablespoons grape seed oil (or olive oil).

INGREDIENTS:

- spread

- cooking oil

5) Spread the oil around, making sure the sides are nicely oiled as well.

INGREDIENTS:

- zucchini

- egg

EQUIPMENT:

- pot holder

- frying pan

- oven

6) Heat to medium then add the egg/zucchini mixture, and make sure the mixture is evenly distributed. Cook until the egg begins to cook to the sides of the skillet, about 3 to 5 minutes. Use a pot holder to place skillet in the oven.

EQUIPMENT:

- oven

7) Bake 12 to 15 minutes until the center tests clean.