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Butternut Squash, Spinach and Feta Frittata

Makes 12 servings

Lindsay buys free-range eggs from her co-worker and has found a new appreciation for fresh eggs in this colorful frittata.

Ingredients

1  butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 4 to 5 cups/1 to 1.2 L) 1 
1  package (10 oz/300g) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1 
1 1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes 375 mL
3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion 175 mL
8  eggs 8 
1/2 cup 1% milk 125 mL
  Freshly ground black pepper  
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 250 mL
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 125 mL
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  • 13-by 9-inch (3L) baking dish, lightly greased
Serve with a green salad or a steamed green vegetable such as peas, beans or edamame. To boost the protein in this meal, sprinkle the salad or vegetable with toasted nuts or seeds.

Instructions

Step 1
Place squash in a large microwave-safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap, leaving a corner open to vent. Microwave on High for about 5 minutes or until fork- tender. Drain off excess liquid. Gently stir in spinach, potatoes and red onion. Spread in prepared baking dish.

Step 2
In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Season to taste with pepper. Pour over vegetables and stir gently to distribute. Sprinkle evenly with Cheddar and feta.

Step 3
Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until eggs are set.

Tips

Butternut squash can be difficult to peel. To make the task easier, first cut the squash in half crosswise, to create two flat surfaces. Place each squash half on its flat surface and use a sharp utility knife to remove the tough peel.

Nutrition & Notes

Nutrition Information
Valeur nutritive
per 1 serving
% Daily Value
% valeur quotidienne
Amount
Teneur
Calories / Calories 151
12%
Fat / Lipides 8.0 g
Saturated / saturés 4.1 g
+ Trans / trans
Cholesterol / Cholestérol 138 mg
8%
Sodium / Sodium 194 mg
4%
Carbohydrates / Glucides 12 g
7%
Fiber / Fibres 2 g
Sugars / Sucres 3 g
Protein Protéines 9 g
88%
Vitamin A / Vitamine A
15%
Vitamin C / Vitamine C
16%
Calcium / Calcium
9%
Iron / Fer
Very high in: Vitamin A and vitamin B12
High in: Magnesium, folate and riboflavin
Diabetes Food Choice Values:
1⁄2 Carbohydrate
1 Meat & Alternatives 
1 Fat
Did you know?
In a frittata, the ingredients are mixed in with the eggs; in an omelet they are folded inside cooked eggs.
 
Contributor
Lindsay Mandryk, Dietitian, British Columbia
© Cook! Dietitians of Canada. 2011. Published by Robert Rose Inc.

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