Taco frittata

I thought about naming this recipe 'fajita frittata', but I thought that was just a little too much of a mouthful, even for me (though I have now got a great idea for a tongue twister...). So taco frittata, it is! I tend to put very similar ingredients in both my fajitas and my tacos, so either way works. It's basically a veggie and bean taco, in frittata form - I do love giving an old favourite a revival in a completely new form!

This taco frittata is simple, but so so effective, and the flavours are gorgeous. Best frittata I've made in years.

The frittata itself is fairly simple - it starts with onions and peppers, cooked slowly in a pan until they're soft and sweet. Add some black beans, and some spices for that gorgeous taco flavour. I used smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and some cayenne for spice... but you could easily just use a pre-mixed taco powder if you prefer.

Then it's time for the cheesy egg mixture. I love to mix the grated cheese right through the egg rather than just sprinkling it on top - that way the flavour gets right through and gives an even cheesier tasting frittata.

And to top off the simple taco frittata - toppings! Just like any good taco should have. I added shredded lettuce, tomato, corn, and some roughly crumbled tortilla chips for that taco crunch. Other great options: avocado / guacamole, sour cream, jalapeños, fresh coriander (cilantro), or whatever else you fancy.

The toppings take a simple bean and veggie frittata (which, don't get me wrong, is completely delicious in its own right) up a notch to become a really irresistible dinner. It's pretty healthy overall, but the crumbled tortilla chips do make it feel a bit special and add that extra bit of texture!

Now, what else can I reimagine in frittata form? Or in taco form?! Hmm, I wonder what a frittata taco would look like...

Taco frittata

A simple bean and veggie frittata with tons of taco-inspired flavour! Don't forget the toppings!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4 people

Calories:

Author: Becca Heyes

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Ingredients

• ▢ 1 tablespoon oil
• ▢ 2 bell peppers, sliced (I used green and yellow but red would be even better!)
• ▢ 1 medium onion, sliced
• ▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ▢ ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ▢ ½ teaspoon cayenne chilli pepper
• ▢ 120 g cooked black beans (~ ¾ cup, or ½ a drained 400g tin)
• ▢ 6 eggs, lightly beaten
• ▢ 100 g cheddar cheese, grated (~ 1 cup when grated)
• ▢ Salt
• ▢ Black pepper
• ▢ To serve, your choice of: shredded lettuce, corn, diced tomato, avocado, guacamole, crumbled tortilla chips, sour cream, jalapeños, etc.

Instructions

• Heat a dash of oil in a frying pan, and add the sliced peppers and onion. Cook over a medium-low heat until soft and sweet - at least 5 minutes. Add the spices and black beans, and cook for a few more minutes. Arrange the veggies so they're consistently distributed across the pan.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, grated cheese, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the vegetables in the pan. Cook over a medium-low heat for a few minutes. Then place the pan under a grill (broiler) on a medium heat for another few minutes. Alternate between the hob and grill a couple more times until the frittata is cooked all the way through.
• Serve with your choice of taco-style toppings - I used shredded lettuce, diced tomato, corn, and crumbled tortilla chips.

Notes

For an even easier dish, you can replace the individual spices with a tablespoon or two of your favourite taco spice mix.

Nutrition

Serving: 0 g - Carbohydrates: 0 g - Protein: 0 g - Fat: 0 g - Saturated Fat: 0 g - Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g - Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g - Trans Fat: 0 g - Cholesterol: 0 mg - Sodium: 0 mg - Potassium: 0 mg - Fiber: 0 g - Sugar: 0 g - Vitamin A: 0 IU - Vitamin C: 0 mg - Calcium: 0 mg - Iron: 0 mg

Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on your exact ingredients. Please calculate your own nutritional values if you require accuracy for health reasons.

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Note: Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on exactly what ingredients you choose. Information above is for ¼ of the frittata, not including toppings.

Wondering what to do with the rest of the tin of black beans? You'll definitely find some inspiration in my collection of 60+ vegetarian black bean recipes!