Kale and Butternut Squash Frittata Recipe
A delicious and hearty Kale and Butternut Squash Frittata combining tender sautéed kale, sweet roasted butternut squash, creamy goat cheese, and a fluffy egg base. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast, brunch, or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cups packed chopped kale leaves
- 2 cups cooked and cubed butternut squash
Egg Mixture
- 10 large eggs
- 1/2 cup yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt/coconut milk)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Other
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 ounces goat cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing for one minute until fragrant and translucent.
- Sauté the kale: Add the chopped kale to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the kale is soft and wilted.
- Mix eggs and yogurt: While the kale is cooking, whisk together the eggs and yogurt in a large mixing bowl until creamy. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add butternut squash: Lower the heat to low. Stir in the cooked, cubed butternut squash with the kale and onions in the skillet to combine evenly.
- Pour and cook: Pour the egg and yogurt mixture over the vegetable mixture in the skillet, then sprinkle the goat cheese evenly on top. Cook on the stovetop for 8-10 minutes until the edges begin to set.
- Broil to finish: Turn on the oven broiler and place the skillet on a middle rack. Broil for 8-10 minutes, checking frequently to prevent over-browning. Adjust the oven rack if the top browns too quickly.
- Serve: Remove the frittata from the oven, let it cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute goat cheese with feta or mozzarella if preferred.
- Use dairy-free yogurt or coconut milk to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Ensure butternut squash is fully cooked before adding to the frittata to maintain tenderness.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your broiler's strength; monitor closely during broiling.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
