Carbs in Frittata (2024)

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Carbs in Frittata? ›

Frittata (1 small egg) contains 0.9g total carbs, 0.9g net carbs, 6g fat, 5.2g protein, and 77 calories.

It's extremely low in carbohydrates.

A basic egg frittata typically has less than 5g total carbs per serving, depending on what else you put in it. And this keto bacon frittata has less than 2g per serving!

One serving of Spinach Frittata (3.5 oz / 100g) has 164 calories (111 calories from fat), 12.4g total fat (2.6g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 280mg sodium, 427mg potassium and 9.8g total carbohydrates (1.7g dietary fiber).

But unlike omelets, egg frittatas can serve a family fast. And unlike most egg recipes, a four-serving frittata cooks all at once without any flipping or fuss. Plus, since there's no crust (like quiches), it makes it a healthier breakfast option.

Quiche, with meat (1 piece - 1/8 of 9" pie) contains 16g total carbs, 15.3g net carbs, 22.4g fat, 14g protein, and 325 calories.

Scrambled Eggs (1 small) contains 0.3g total carbs, 0.3g net carbs, 5.6g fat, 4.7g protein, and 70 calories.

A frittata has fewer calories than a quiche because there is less dairy and no crust.

I've eaten an omelet for dinner at least once a week for 10 years straight. The meal is filling, nutritious, and versatile. It happens to be keto-friendly and gluten-free. A dietitian told me she's a fan of breakfast-for-dinner and omelets as vehicles for vegetables.

While it's similar to an omelet, crustless quiche, and Spanish tortilla, the way a frittata is cooked is what sets it apart. Frittatas are generally thicker than omelets. A frittata is made with the exact same ingredients as an omelet, but here, the milk, or more preferably, cream, is crucial.

What kind of cheese is best for frittata? ›

Crumbled Feta Cheese: I love the creamy, salty tang of feta, but a shredded hard Italian cheese, such as parmigiano reggiano or pecorino romano, would also be delicious in this Mediterranean-inspired frittata.

Use a cast-iron skillet.

The best choice for making frittatas, cast iron skillets can safely go from stovetop to oven, and they conduct heat well and evenly. Seasoning a cast-iron pan gives it a non-stick quality, so a well-seasoned skillet will result in the easiest slicing & serving.

Omelet, with cheese (1 large egg used - 1 whole egg or 2 egg whites) contains 1.1g total carbs, 1.1g net carbs, 14.8g fat, 9.5g protein, and 177 calories.

Abc Country Restaurants Classic Breakfasts 2 Scrambled Eggs (1 serving) contains 3g total carbs, 3g net carbs, 15g fat, 14g protein, and 200 calories.

Frittatas are a super-fast, minimal prep time meal loaded with healthy protein and veggies – and they're so easy and inexpensive to make. Pediatric dietitian Diana Schnee, MS, RD, CSP, LD, explains how to make this one-dish wonder with healthy and flavorful variations the whole family will love.