Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Asparagus inspires gentle thoughts."
-Charles Lamb
Taking the egg yolk out cuts out five grams of fat, 225 mg of cholesterol and 60 calories.
Servings: 2 | Serving size: 1/2 pie
Cooking Time: 45 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2 or 3 but requires a larger skillet. Leftovers are good. Wrap tightly after cooled and refrigerate. I like to make sandwiches from leftover frittata.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Heat 1/2 teaspoon butter in a small non-stick sauté pan over low-medium heat and add the chopped onion. Cook until translucent and set aside.
Slice the base of asparagus crosswise into small rounds. Leave about 2 inches of the tops intact. Set the tops aside to decorate the top of the frittata.
Whisk the eggs, egg whites and water in a bowl until frothy.
Heat the remaining butter in a small non-stick skillet over medium- high heat and when hot add the egg mixture. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 2 minutes. At the end of one minute add the onion and chopped asparagus.
Arrange the asparagus tops in a star pattern on top of the cooking egg mixture. Scatter the parmesan cheese over the top and then fresh ground black pepper to taste.
Place in the oven. Reduce the heat to 350°F degrees and bake for 10 - 15 minutes until it puffs and is firm to the touch.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/2 pie
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 166 | Calories from Fat 87 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 10g | 15% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 22% |
Monounsaturated Fat 3g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 225mg | 75% |
Sodium 280mg | 12% |
Total Carbohydrates 5g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
Sugars 2g | |
Protein 15g |
Vitamin A 13% | Vitamin C 6% |
Calcium 15% | Iron 11% |
Vitamin K 17 mcg | Potassium 244 mg |
Magnesium 21 mg |