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Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata

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This simple frittata is bursting with fresh flavors from smoky, roasted asparagus and creamy, tangy goat cheese. Ideal for entertaining, busy weeknight dinners, or a make-ahead breakfast.

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Have you ever tried making a frittata for breakfast or brunch? If you haven’t, I highly recommend you give it a try! It could not be easier, and it could not be more delicious! My Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata is a tasty way to increase your veggie intake, and an easy way to feed a crowd.

If you enjoy eggs for breakfast, give my Easy Breakfast Frittata and Greek Breakfast Egg Skillet a try next!

Ingredients

  • Asparagus: A bit grassy and mild in flavor, but full of folic acid, fiber, and vitamins.
  • Eggs: A great source of protein and many other nutrients!
  • Milk: Makes the frittata fluffy.
  • Goat Cheese: A bit tangy, crumbly, and salty in flavor.

How to Make an Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata

Liz cracking eggs into a large glass bowl.

Step 1. Crack your eggs into a large bowl.

Whisking eggs with milk.

Step 2. Whisk the eggs with the milk and a pinch of salt and pepper until well scrambled.

Sautéing asparagus in skillet.

Step 3. In a large, non-stick, oven-safe skillet, add some olive oil and the roasted asparagus. Sauté for 1 minute.

Pouring whisked eggs over the top of asparagus in skillet.

Step 4. Pour the eggs over the top of the asparagus, then crumble the goat cheese over the top. Move pan to a 400 degree oven and cook for about 12 minutes.

Serving an asparagus and goat cheese frittata sliced into wedges.

Once eggs are set, remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and enjoy your Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata!

Tips From The Chef

  • For maximum flavor and caramelization, I prefer to roast the veggies before adding them to the frittata. This method works regardless of whether you’re using asparagus, red peppers, broccoli, or zucchini. Alternatively, you can also sauté the veggies in a pan first if you’re a bit crunched on time.
  • In lieu of asparagus, you can use zucchini, broccoli, or Swiss chard. If you don’t have goat cheese, try feta, or pecorino. The options are endless!

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between a quiche and a frittata?

Unlike a quiche, which is baked into a buttery crust, a frittata is crust-less. As a result, it’s gluten-free, low-carb, and high protein.

When do I serve a frittata?

Since frittatas can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven, they are perfect for entertaining and gatherings. Great for breakfast and brunch, serve it at baby showers, Mother’s Day brunch, or bridal showers.

What goes well in frittata?

The beauty of a frittata is you can throw almost anything in them. If you’d put it in an omelette, you can put it in a frittata. Get creative and make it your own!

Asparagus and goat cheese frittata wedges on a plate.

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Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata

Liz Della Croce
4.44 stars average
This simple frittata is bursting with fresh flavors from smoky, roasted asparagus and creamy, tangy goat cheese.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
CourseMain Dish
Serves8

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 bunch asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 large eggs
  • ¼ cup milk any type
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 3 ounces goat cheese or feta

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Toss asparagus with olive oil and a pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Lay in even layer on baking sheet and roast for 10-15 minutes or until slightly charred.
  3. Remove asparagus from the oven and set aside to cool slightly. (Leave oven at 400 degrees.) Cut into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  4. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; set aside.
  5. Pre-heat a large non-stick, oven-safe pan over medium heat and add chopped asparagus to the pan. Although the asparagus is already cooked, this will allow you to grease the pan a bit with the olive oil from roasting.
  6. Sauté the asparagus for 1 minute before pouring the egg mixture into the pan. Stir once with a rubber spatula then scatter the goat cheese on top.
  7. Place pan in the oven and bake until eggs are set, 12-18 minutes. Remove from the oven and slice in eighths. Serve warm, room temperature, or chilled.

Liz’s Notes

Roasting the asparagus isn’t necessary, but highly recommended.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.7g | Protein: 9.2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2.8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5.2g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 250mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 0.7g

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62 responses to “Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata”

  1. Karen Avatar
    Karen

    Yummy

  2. Karen Clark Avatar
    Karen Clark

    Excellent. (I didn’t need to use a skillet because I baked the frittata in a deep pie plate.) I thought it wasn’t “set” enough when the timer went off, but it continued to cook enough as it sat on the counter. Even my picky middle aged son like it….

  3. Tracie Avatar
    Tracie

    This was amazing! I doubled and made two. 3 of us ate one for lunch. 5 stars.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Oooo great idea! So glad you liked it!

  4. TERRIE Avatar
    TERRIE

    This was delicious!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I’m so glad you liked it!!

  5. julie Avatar
    julie

    I want to make this for a bunch this Sunday. Everyone will be coming to our house after church, so I would like as much prepped ahead of time Will the asparagus be a bad texture if I make it ahead or what if I make the whole thing ahead and just reheat? Thoughts? Thanks!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      This is great for making ahead!! Just reheat in the oven or in a skillet with olive oil. Enjoy!

  6. barb Avatar
    barb

    This and various versions of this recipe is ALWAYS my go to meal for weekend guests. Have never had a bad review. What I love about frittatas is that you can use whatever is fresh at the time.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Oh I’m so so glad Barb!

  7. carolina Avatar
    carolina

    I had my in-laws here this weekend. I made it for breakfast. Its was super easy and a hit! They loved it. Thank you life saver. (BTW I’m not much of a cook).

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Oh I’m so glad you loved it!!

  8. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    Fritattas are one of my favorite everything but the kitchen sink dinners! Or breakfasts. Or brunches. Basically, I could eat fritatta all day every day and be pretty happy. Love the goat cheese asparagus combo!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Why did I wait so long to make them?!

  9. Amelia @Eating Made Easy Avatar
    Amelia @Eating Made Easy

    This looks PERFECT for a Spring brunch (hint hint, Tyler: Mother’s Day!) and is so beautiful!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      hahah I hope you had a great Mother’s Day!!

  10. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. Avatar
    Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.

    You had me at goat cheese :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Seriously!! Goat cheese is the best. :)

  11. Sophia @ NY Foodgasm Avatar
    Sophia @ NY Foodgasm

    YES, YES, YES, need this fritatta in mt life, love asparagus!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes you do Sophia!!

  12. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction Avatar
    Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction

    I love frittatas for how easy and versatile they are! Yours looks perfect!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I need to start making them more often! I’m hooked!

  13. steph@stephsbitebybite Avatar
    steph@stephsbitebybite

    I just want to scoop out the blobs of goat cheese and eat them all first! Is that wrong :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Umm…. NO! That’s the best part! I would do the same! :)

  14. eat good 4 life Avatar
    eat good 4 life

    Perfect for the occasion. I love goat cheese and asparagus so this is totally up my alley!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Me too girl!

  15. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living Avatar
    Jeanette | Jeanette’s Healthy Living

    Love this Spring frittata! Just had one last week made with broccoli and it was so good. Can’t wait to try this!

  16. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet Avatar
    Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet

    I love frittatas! I need to try the addition of goat cheese! Sounds fabulous!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I just adore goat cheese!! I hope you try it Anna!

  17. Annie @Maebells Avatar
    Annie @Maebells

    How fun! I think I am going to add this into our “breakfast for dinner” rotation! Thanks for sharing!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes this is perfect for that!!

  18. Meriem @ Culinary Couture Avatar
    Meriem @ Culinary Couture

    Yum! Thanks for bringing something savory to the party! We needed it to balance out all the sweetness :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I couldn’t resist!! :)

  19. Cookin Canuck Avatar
    Cookin Canuck

    Frittatas are one of our go-to meals when there just isn’t time to make anything else. My kids love them! It looks as though you nailed the art of making the perfect frittata on the first try.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I was so happy when both Rich and Asher ate this!! I am definitely going to be making these more frequently. :)

  20. Michelle Lahey Avatar
    Michelle Lahey

    I love goat cheese and asparagus together – I will have to make this for a weekend brunch soon!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      They are such a classic combo!!

  21. Gaby Avatar
    Gaby

    Wish I had this for lunch today!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Wish you did too! :)

  22. Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking Avatar
    Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking

    Liz, this is amazing and you are SO sweet to join in on a virtual shower for me – what a huge surprise!! Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful spring frittata. Love all that goat cheese, hehe. I can’t wait to try it! ♥

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you enjoyed your shower!! Wish we were all in person!!!

  23. Marie @ Little Kitchie Avatar
    Marie @ Little Kitchie

    Love frittatas, so perfect for a shower!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I am hooked!!

  24. Jennie @themessybakerblog Avatar
    Jennie @themessybakerblog

    This is such a great recipe, Liz! I adore goat cheese and asparagus.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You and me both! Thank you jennie!

  25. Ashley M. | Our Full Table Avatar
    Ashley M. | Our Full Table

    I love fritattas! You can put anything in them and they’re always delicious!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Seriously!! Why did I wait so long?!

  26. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough Avatar
    Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough

    Now all I can think about is Giada saying “frittata” and how much I want this one. ;)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      hahaha I know it was in my head all day!!

  27. Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog Avatar
    Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog

    I love a good frittata, and goat cheese on anything, yes please! I love Georgia’s blog, this is so sweet that you’re doing this!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Goat Cheeese for the win!!

  28. ashley - baker by nature Avatar
    ashley – baker by nature

    What a perfect breakfast idea, Liz! I may just make this for MY mama on Sunday :) xo

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You should!!! :)

  29. Christine from Cook the Story Avatar
    Christine from Cook the Story

    Hello delicious brunch! This looks fabulous!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you Christine!!

  30. Julia Avatar
    Julia

    Yippyyyyyy welcome to frittata land! Pretty amazing for your first go-round! I’ve been obsessed with asparagus lately and am ALWAYS up for some tasty tangy goat cheese. Basically, I want to eat the whole thing to myself :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Seriously!!! I’m so glad I’m finally part of the Frittata Club!!

  31. Erin @ Texanerin Baking Avatar
    Erin @ Texanerin Baking

    Oooh. I bet Georgia will love all the protein and minerals and things in this frittata! Perfect for the soon-to-be-mommy. :)

    I’ve never even tried a frittata (don’t like eggs) but my husband loves them. Going to bookmark this for when we have brunch! Thanks for bringing something (savory!) to the baby shower. :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      haha – sorry for not making a pink dessert!!!!! But I figured we could use a little protein. ;) xoxo

      1. Erin @ Texanerin Baking Avatar
        Erin @ Texanerin Baking

        What? Who said anything about making a pink dessert?! Pssh. We needed something savory and this was perfect! We have like 48 desserts and 3 savory things. It’s perfect! :D (in my world)

  32. Leah Avatar
    Leah

    I have never made a frittata either but this is making me want to try one STAT! How sweet of y’all to put this together for Georgia!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You will be blown away at how easy it is!!