Description
This Baked Spinach Zucchini Frittata Fingers recipe is a wholesome and baby-friendly dish perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light meals. Packed with nutritious vegetables like spinach and zucchini, combined with eggs and cheese, this frittata is easy to prepare, satisfying, and easy for little ones to handle.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 3 frozen spinach nuggets, thawed (about 1/4 cup finely chopped cooked spinach)
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Dry Ingredients & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon whole-wheat flour or oat flour (or gluten-free flour as substitute)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cheese
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8 inch square baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal of the frittata after baking.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the grated zucchini and thawed chopped spinach. Lightly fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften, being careful not to overcook.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the 3 large eggs, grated cheddar cheese, flour, onion powder, and salt. Stir well to blend. Then fold in the cooked zucchini and spinach mixture until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Bake the Frittata: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the egg is fully set and solidified.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the frittata from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Using the parchment paper sling, lift the frittata out of the baking dish. Cut into 8 finger-sized strips or 16 small squares, suitable for babies and toddlers to hold and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a mild cheese suitable for babies if preferred.
- Whole-wheat or oat flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour if needed.
- This recipe is baby-friendly but always check with your pediatrician before introducing new foods to your baby.
- Make sure the frittata has cooled sufficiently to avoid burns before serving to babies.
- Optional: add finely chopped herbs like parsley or mild spices to introduce new flavors once the baby is accustomed to the basic ingredients.
