FRIGGITRICE AD ARIA - FRITTATA DI ASPARAGI

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce calories while maintaining moisture.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal can be a vegan alternative, though it alters texture.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Trim the asparagus and cut into 1-inch pieces.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add asparagus and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus in the skillet.

Cook on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes until edges set.

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the center is set and top is golden.

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes before serving.

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