Zucchini Herb and Pancetta (Printable version)
Light Italian egg dish with zucchini, crispy pancetta, and fresh herbs. Ready in 35 minutes for any meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
→ Meats
05 - 3.5 ounces pancetta, diced
→ Dairy & Eggs
06 - 6 large eggs
07 - 1/4 cup whole milk
08 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Pantry
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and cook until crisp, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and set aside.
03 - Add remaining olive oil to skillet. Sauté chopped onion for 2 minutes until translucent. Add zucchini and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.
04 - Whisk together eggs, milk, Parmesan, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined.
05 - Return cooked pancetta to skillet with vegetables. Pour egg mixture over skillet contents, gently stirring to distribute evenly.
06 - Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until edges begin to set.
07 - Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until center is just set and top is lightly golden.
08 - Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like something from a neighborhood trattoria
- The combination of crisp pancetta and tender zucchini creates this perfect texture contrast that keeps every bite interesting
02 -
- Do not overcook the zucchini in the beginning or it will release too much water and make the frittata soggy
- Letting the frittata rest for even 5 minutes after baking makes a huge difference in how cleanly it slices
03 -
- Use an ovenproof skillet that you love the look of because you will be serving directly from it
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want subtle warmth that does not overpower the delicate herbs