Flavour of the Month
Frittata is the Italian farmer's version of a French omelette. It is quick
and easy to prepare and a great way of using up odd vegetables. Serve with a
crisp salad for a light meal.
Vegetable Frittata
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon polyunsaturated
margarine
1 large onion, diced
2 zucchini, sliced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
3 flat mushrooms, sliced
125 g (4 oz) canned corn kernels, no-added-salt, drained
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
freshly ground black pepper
Method
Heat margarine in a non-stick frypan and cook onion,
zucchini, tomatoes and mushrooms for 5 minutes or until vegetables are just
tender.
Stir in corn, eggs, basil, mint and Parmesan cheese. Season
to taste with pepper. Cook over a low heat until just set. Cut into wedges and
serve immediately.
Health Tip
Vegetables are a good source of antioxidants
This dish is suitable for vegetarians
Reduce salt
content by choosing salt reduced products
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