Mediterranean-inspired
Crisp Rice and Herb Frittata Squares
A quick stovetop-and-oven frittata with crunchy rice, bright herbs, and browned edges that slice neatly into squares.
25 min 4 Medium
Ingredients
- eggs8
- cooked rice, cooled1 1/2 cups
- feta cheese, crumbled1/2 cup
- baby spinach, chopped2 cups
- dill, chopped2 tablespoons
- parsley, chopped2 tablespoons
- green onion, sliced3
- olive oil2 tablespoons
- lemon zest1 teaspoon
- black pepper1/2 teaspoon
Method
- 1Heat the oven broiler or top grill element and place a rack near the top.
- 2Whisk the eggs with lemon zest, black pepper, dill, parsley, and half the feta.
- 3Fold in the cooled rice, spinach, and green onion.
- 4Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat and pour in the egg mixture.
- 5Cook without stirring until the edges set and the bottom turns golden.
- 6Sprinkle the remaining feta over the top and transfer the skillet under the broiler.
- 7Broil just until the surface is puffed and lightly browned.
- 8Rest briefly, then slice into squares and serve warm.
Tips
- Cool the rice first so it stays separate and gives the frittata a crisp texture.
- Watch the broiler closely; it can go from golden to dark very quickly.
Nutrition
310
calories
16
protein
19
carbs
19
fat
2
fiber
2
sugar