This vegan frittata recipe is so easy to make, and it’s perfect for breakfast or lunch. You can make it ahead of time, and you don’t need any special ingredients—just a few pantry staples.
What is A Vegan Frittata?
A vegan frittata is a delicious way to start your day. It’s a great way to get your veggies in—and a good way to start off your day on the right foot.
There are so many different ways to make a frittata, and you can even make it really healthy by using fresh veggies instead of frozen ones….the possibilities are endless!
Here, I’ve shared a savory egg-free frittata recipe that’s healthy, gluten-free, and low in fat.
The Best Vegan Frittata
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup diced mushrooms
- 1 cup tofu, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 4 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C)
- Heat the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until they are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, tofu, spinach, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the nutritional yeast, plant-based milk, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the vegetables in the skillet and stir to combine.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the frittata is set and the edges are golden brown.
- Serve the frittata hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
The best vegan frittatas are the ones that are hearty, delicious, and satisfying. But what do you serve them with?
Here are some ideas:
-A side of sauteed veggies (try broccoli!) or roasted potatoes
-A side salad or bowl of mixed greens
What Makes Cast-Iron Cooking So Special?
It’s a question you’ve probably asked yourself: what makes cast-iron cooking so special?
Cast iron is a type of cooking pan that has been used for hundreds of years. It’s durable and long-lasting, and it can be used for all types of cooking. But why is it so great?
The answer lies in the way it cooks food. Cast iron heats up quickly and evenly, which makes it perfect for searing meat. The pores within the pan allow heat to circulate evenly across the surface area of the pan, which means your food will cook faster than if you were using another type of cooking material. And because cast iron retains heat so well, it takes longer for your food to cool down—this means less time spent waiting on your meal!
And did we mention how beautiful cast iron is? It looks almost like jewelry when you cook with it! Why not dress up your kitchen with some pretty pans? They’ll look great and make cooking even more fun than usual!
