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Cheesy Spinach Bacon Frittata

Cheesy Spinach Bacon Frittata

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Cheesy Spinach Bacon Frittata is loaded with crispy bacon, sautéed spinach and cheese. This can be whipped up quickly and makes a delicious breakfast for 1 or 2!
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American, Italian
Keyword bacon, black pepper, eggs, monterey jack, spinach
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 208
Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon extra light olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion white, yellow or red
  • 1 small clove garlic minced
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 ounce chopped cooked bacon or about 1/4 cup
  • 2 cups baby spinach about 2 large handfuls
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup egg whites
  • 1/4 cup cheese cheddar jack or colby jack, freshly grated
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Add oil to 8-inch nonstick skillet and heat over medium to medium-low.
  • Add onion and garlic with a pinch of kosher salt. Stir and cook until soft and translucent. Add the chopped cooked bacon and heat through.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add the baby spinach. Use tongs to toss the spinach, cooking it down until the spinach is soft and wilted.
  • Pour in the beaten eggs and egg whites. Do not stir.
  • Top with freshly ground black pepper and the grated cheese. Cover and cook 6 to 7 minutes or until set.
  • Remove the frittata from the pan, slice and serve!

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 367mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3225IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 167mg | Iron: 2mg