Go Back
–+ servings
Print

Mediterranean Frittata

Delicious and Hearty.
Perfect for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
Course Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4
Author Lynn / Turnips 2 Tangerines

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 14 1/2 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon  finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
  • 3/4 cup cooked orzo pasta
  • 1/3 cup chopped pitted ripe olives
  • 8 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups warmed spaghetti sauce, optional

Instructions

  • Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil in ovenproof 10-inch skillet until tender.
  • Add tomato, basil and oregano; cook and stir 3 minutes.
  • Stir in orzo and olives; transfer mixture to a small bowl, set aside.
  • Beat eggs, salt and pepper in medium bowl.
  • Stir in tomato/orzo/olive mixture; set aside.
  • Melt butter in same skillet.
  • Add egg mixture; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cook over low heat 8 to 10 minutes or until bottom and most of the middle is set.
  • Broil 5 to 8 minutes or until top is browned.
  • Cut into wedges.
  • Serve with warmed spaghetti sauce, optional