Frittata di Zucchine e Fiori di Zucca (Italian Zucchini Frittata)

This classic Italian frittata made with zucchini and zucchini blossoms is bursting with summery flavors and great for buffets or picnics.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 34 mins
• Total Time: 54 mins
• Calories: 267 Calories

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 small white onion, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 tablespoon grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• 3 zucchini, cut into long, thin strips
• 1 bunch parsley, stems and leaves chopped separately
• 4 leaves fresh mint, chopped
• 7.5 cups zucchini blossoms, pistils removed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and parsley stems; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini and salt; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir zucchini blossoms into the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Uncover skillet and cook until moisture evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes more.

Step 3

Whisk parsley leaves, eggs, Parmesan cheese, Pecorino Romano cheese, and mint together in a bowl. Fold in zucchini mixture from the skillet. Mix well; season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat. Pour in egg mixture and spread evenly across the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes. Prick surface in several places with a fork. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cover; let stand until top is just set, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Invert frittata onto a large plate and slide back into the skillet. Cook over low heat until second side is set, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.