Looking for a healthy breakfast or snack idea? Try this Mini Quinoa Frittata Recipe. It’s easy, nutritious, and satisfying. Plus, you can add whatever vegetables you like!
This Ham and Cheese Frittata is also delicious!
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Mini Quinoa Frittata Recipe
We’ve been making mini frittatas, or as the kids like to call them egg cups, for years.
They’re easy to throw together with whatever veggies you have on hand and they reheat really well, so they’re a convenient make-ahead meal. My husband likes to grab a few, warm them up, and eat them on the way to work. I think they make a yummy lunch or snack when I don’t have time to cook. This Mini Quinoa Frittata Recipe is so versatile.
We also love this savory Ham & Cheese Frittata for dinner.
Recently we started adding quinoa to our mini frittatas to make them even more healthy and delicious. It’s more satisfying with the quinoa…It’s almost like eggs and toast in one little cup!
Why Cook with Quinoa
Quinoa has steadily gained popularity in recent years and with good reason. Perhaps its most striking health benefit is its overall nutrient richness.
This recipe calls for cooked quinoa, so if you want to know How to Make Quinoa Perfectly every time, we’ve got you covered.
Quinoa seeds {yes, it’s a seed, not a grain} contain essential amino acids like lysine and small quantities of calcium, phosphorus, and iron. Quinoa can also provide small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. Quinoa is also considered a complete protein. It’s gluten-free and easy to digest, so those with sensitivities can enjoy this one.
We like using my silicone baking pan because the frittatas slide right out and it’s easy to clean, but you could use a regular metal one as well.
Once the veggies are cooked and quinoa and cheese are put in the cups, they’re ready in just over 20 minutes!
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Mini Quinoa Frittata Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups diced vegetables (your preference, but onions, peppers and zucchini work well)
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 20 ounces of liquid egg whites
- 1 Tablespoon Italian herbs
- Dash of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat pan on medium high heat. Place olive oil in pan. Cook vegetables about 5 minutes or until tender.
- If using metal pan, coat with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place equal amount of vegetable mixture, quinoa and feta cheese in each muffin cup.
- Pour in egg whites until cup is full. Top with Italian herbs and pepper and salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until center is firm.
- Let cool before removing from pan. Enjoy!
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Other Quinoa Frittata Recipes
Because you can customize the ingredients, kids really like mini frittatas too. They’re like a little cupcake quiche that makes a tasty meal. We’ve tried:
- bacon, broccoli, and cheese
- spinach and feta
- as well as just plain cheese.
All delicious!
Your cupcake pan can make more than muffins and cupcakes so try this Mini Quinoa Frittata Recipe and let me know what you think!
If you’re looking for another healthy breakfast recipe try these Easy Oatmeal Bars.
