ZUCCHINI FRITATTA

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 medium zucchini, cut into ¼ thick rounds ½ cup sliced green onions 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper 8 large eggs, lightly beaten with 2 tablespoons water 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled ¼ cup packed basil leaves, thinly sliced

Directions:
1.    Heat oven to 350°F.
2.    Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a 12-inch nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
3.    Cook zucchini 10 minutes, turning slices as they brown.
4.    Add green onion; sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and crushed red pepper.
5.    Cook 2-4 minutes, until zucchini is golden and tender; transfer to a bowl, wipe down skillet.
6.    Heat broiler with rack in upper level (but not the closest to heat source).
7.    Whisk eggs, water, goat cheese, basil and remaining ½ teaspoon salt in a bowl.
8.    Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat; add egg mixture and cook 1½ minutes to set bottom.
9.    Spoon zucchini mixture evenly over top; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook 5-6 minutes until edge is set and puffed.
10.  Uncover, transfer to broiler and broil 1-1½ minutes, just until top is set and lightly golden.

Nutritional Information
Per Serving:

Net Carbs: 4.0 grams

Fiber: 0.4 grams

Protein: 19.0 grams

Fat: 24.5 grams

Calories: 310

Recipe Information:

Makes: 4 servings

Prep Time: 0:10:00

Marinate Time: 0:00:00

Cook Time: 0:25:00

Cool Time: 0:00:00