Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata
This slimming friendly Courgette and Butterbean Frittata is perfect if you are counting calories or following plans like Weight Watchers!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories224
- Carbs26g
- Protein16g
- Fat7g
- Saturates2g
- Sugars7g
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If you’re looking for a breakfast, brunch or lunch idea that’s tasty, light and a little different, our Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata might be just the ticket!
A frittata is a type of thick Italian omelette which can be filled with all kinds of vegetables and meats. This makes them perfect for anyone looking to fill up on more healthy whole foods and are counting calories or following plans like Weight Watchers!
Not sure about butter beans? We added butter beans to this recipe because we’re big fans of this tasty bean, however, you could use other bean varieties like cannellini or borlotti.
We like to use good quality chopped tomatoes in this recipe, as we find cheaper tins can be a little watery. Of course you could always use a few chopped fresh tomatoes if you prefer, or cheaper tins with a little tomato puree added to give them more flavour.
What diets is this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata suitable for?
This Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata recipe is suitable for vegetarian and gluten free diets
It can be made vegan or dairy free as long as you swap out the following ingredients for vegan or dairy free versions;
- Low-fat cheddar
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
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How many calories are in this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata?
There are 224 calories per portion in this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata, which means it falls into our Everyday Light category.
This Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata is perfect if you’re following a calorie controlled diet and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Heat the low calorie cooking spray in a large frying pan and fry the onions and garlic until soft.
Step 2
Add the courgette and cook until they are softened. remove from heat.
Step 3
Crack the eggs into a large bowl, season and mix well.
Step 4
Add the fried vegetables, butter beans and tomatoes and stir.
Step 5
Spray the pan with a bit more low calorie cooking spray and heat the pan.
Step 6
Add the egg mixture and cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes or so, until the eggs have almost set and the bottom is browned.
What can I serve with this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata?
How do you know when this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata is cooked?
You should cook this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata until the eggs have almost set and the bottom is browned. This should take around 5 minutes.
How long can you keep this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata?
We do not recommend freezing this recipe.
How do I reheat this Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata?
From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with a loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
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Courgette and Butter Bean Frittata
This slimming friendly Courgette and Butterbean Frittata is perfect if you are counting calories or following plans like Weight Watchers!
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
20 MINS
- KCals 224
- Carbs 26G
Instructions
- Heat the low calorie cooking spray in a large frying pan and fry the onions and garlic until soft.
- Add the courgette and cook until they are softened, remove from heat.
- Crack the eggs into a large bowl, season and mix well.
- Add the fried vegetables, butter beans and tomatoes and stir.
- Spray the pan with a bit more low calorie cooking spray and heat the pan.
- Add the egg mixture and cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes or so, until the eggs have almost set and the bottom is browned.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the top and put under a pre heated grill for 3-5 minutes until set on top but still moist in the middle. Cut into 8 wedges and serve 2 per portion.
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BillieMonday 8th June 2020
Beautiful.. Made this on a whim and it was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend.
SharonMonday 8th June 2020
Hi Billie, we’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed this recipe, thankyou for taking the time to let us know.
SoniaSunday 11th August 2019
Can this be frozen ?
Emma TMonday 23rd September 2019
Hi Sonia,
Cooked eggs don’t always freeze particularly well so you’re probably best to cook this fresh. It would keep well in a fridge to be reheated, for a couple of days ????
Sue OWednesday 7th August 2019
Really enjoyed this, so filling. Many thanks
Emma TMonday 23rd September 2019
So glad you enjoyed it!
Emma TMonday 1st July 2019
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Sue MarriottFriday 12th August 2016
Did this for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you
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