I’m a big time multi-tasker. Not necessarily an effective one, but I wear that badge with pride. I brush my teeth while packing my gym bag, pin photos on Pinterest while browning my onions, and do the tree pose while editing food photos. Yup, tree pose, as I write this. Time sweeps me by so quickly that I feel like I need to do two things at once just to keep up with the pace.
Even as I was preparing for this post, I was busy multi-tasking. I was ogling over Anna Kendrick’s red carpet dress at the Oscars, wondering if I would pull off emerald green like Scarlett Johansson, marveling at Common and John Legend’s soul-moving performance of “Glory”, and cheering after Lady Gaga’s “Sound of Music” tribute plus Julie Andrews cameo, all while cooking and writing about this frittata. My multi-tasking effectiveness rating: probably 5 out of 10.
Last weekend, I went on a quick getaway trip with my college buddies to San Diego for good beer and burritos. We’ve known each other for 10 years now, and score—we’re not sick of each other! Life victories. Secretly, I wish that someone would have taken a photo of all of us together while we were still at school because the diversity of our group is so front-cover-of-a-college-brochure worthy. Truth, I tell you!
From the moment I touched down on San Diego, I was whisked away to a brewery where my weekend carb-cation began. AleSmith, Ballast Point, Hodad’s, Bakery & Cie, and Lucha Libre: all solid spots to make a pit stop if you’re in the area. Fun fact: I chowed down on my bacon cheeseburger at Hodad’s while staring at an autographed poster of Guy Fieri. More life victories. After a weekend of the quadruple Bs (beer, burritos, burgers, and bread), my body was ready for another round of de-carbing. I know, we’ve been having a lot of those around here lately.
I named this recipe a “swiss chard and golden beet frittata,” but between you and I, this should really be called the “whatever I found in my fridge frittata”: eggs, half a bunch of swiss chard, half a block of habanero jack, a small golden beet, and less than a cup of milk. It was a frittata waiting to happen, but also an ominous sign that I need to head over to the grocery store.
Golden beets in a frittata sound strange? Don’t be afraid. The sweetness of the beets work so well with cheese and the sharp flavors of sun-dried tomatoes. I dusted off my spiralizer after months of neglect to prepare the beets, but you can easily shred the beets with a grater, too.
I’m beyond happy that this frittata was so fuss-free because I had Oscar red carpet priorities. Simple prep, minimal cooking time on the stove, and finishing in the oven. A somewhat classy dinner for a classy awards show.
Swiss Chard and Golden Beet Frittata
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (125ml) lowfat milk (I used 2%)
- 1 small golden beet, peeled
- 1/2 bunch of swiss chard, about 6 ounces/175g
- 1 1/2 TBS olive oil
- 1/4 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 1/3 cup (100g) shredded habanero jack cheese (or any other cheese)
- 5 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 TBS fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Whisk the eggs in a small bowl. Add milk and set aside.
- Spiralize the beet with the blade attachment that makes the small noodles. Chop the leftover core to tiny pieces and add it to the noodles. You can also grate the beet with your cheese grater. Set aside.
- Trim off the swiss chard stems and chop the leaves. I like to chop the stems into small pieces and cook it with the leaves.
- Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and stir until they start to brown. Reduce the heat a little and add the beets and swiss chard. Cover skillet for a minute or two until the swiss chard has started to wilt. Mix in shredded cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, thyme, and salt. Pour egg mixture into the skillet, and let it set a little, until the bottom starts to turn into the yellow color of cooked egg yolks.
- Place skillet into the oven and bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the eggs have set.
- Let skillet cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Craving more recipes with eggs? Try this:
Chilaquiles with Homemade Tomato Sauce
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
I wish I could find golden beet over here…didn’t even see them in our local farmer market..this frittata looks wholesome!
Lisa says
I’ve heard some people tell me that golden beets are hard to find sometimes! If only I knew how to garden them, then I’d share the knowledge + send some seeds to you!
Stephanie says
This looks fantastic. I will have to be on the look out for a golden beet.
Stephanie
Lisa says
Thanks, Stephanie!
Danae @ Recipe Runner says
I can’t believe how amazing Scarlett Johansson looked especially considering she just had a baby! I’ve never tried beets in a frittata but I absolutely want to now! Frittatas are one of my favorite things to make, I can’t wait to try this one out!
Lisa says
Right?? She looked amazing! Beets in a frittata is surprisingly good, especially if you pair it with other sharper flavors. Let me know if you try it!
genevieve @ gratitude & greens says
Frittatas are so perfect for emptying out the fridge! I love golden beets and this frittata sounds super yummy. I also happen to be a crazy multi-tasker. I’m always knitting or reading on the subway, brushing my teeth while putting laundry in, or madly washing the dishes while something stews away on the stove. I love feeling productive! …Even though sometimes it’s less effective than I’d like š
Lisa says
You knit on the subway?? You’re so my kind of girl! We might need to exchange knitting notes some time!
genevieve @ gratitude & greens says
Yes! I only knit straight things like headbands, scarves, and blankets, but I would love to learn how to do hats, socks, or sweaters. I’m currently finishing up a circle scarf for a friend!
Lisa says
Not that we’ll need knitted socks now that winter is coming to an end, but we should have a sock knitting party!
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
Oh my goodness! I wish I could multi-task like you! Jealous! Also, I am obsessed with your mini trip to San Diego. Last time I was in San Diego, I think I tried to hit every brewery in the area and failed MISERABLY since there are basically a million of them! You know the way to my heart with the golden beets going on in this frittata! What genius idea! Pinned!
Lisa says
I know, there were too many breweries to hit up in San Diego! I wish I could have gone to more. Thanks, Justine!
Lindsay @ The Live-In Kitchen says
I’ve never tried golden beets before, this might be the perfect excuse!
Lisa says
Golden beets are great, Lindsay! Le me know if you try it!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
I haven’t had a frittata in awhile. Looks so amazing! And so simple too. Gotta make one this weekend
Lisa says
Thanks, Melanie!
Amy @ BorrowedSalt.com says
This looks gorgeous Lisa! I have the same Pier One napkin… š
Lisa says
Pier One is the BEST place for cheap table napkins! I think I have 20 of them!
Catherine says
Dear Lisa, your frittata looks wonderful! I love the ingredients…sounds delicious! xo, Catherine
Lisa says
Thanks, Catherine!!
Selena @ The Nutritious Kitchen says
I have been dying to make a frittata! It sounds like the perfect brinner to prep for the week and I have also been curious about swiss chard…Pinning this forsure and making a version this weekend! So excited!!
Lisa says
Thanks, Selena! Let me know how it goes!!
Kara @ Yaya Recommended says
This looks so good! I’ve never tried cooking with swiss chard before. I’m excited to try it out!
Lisa says
YES! Let me know how it goes!
Annie @ Annie's Noms says
This looks gorgeous! I can just imagine having a big slice for brunch at the weekend!
Lisa says
Thanks, Annie!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
Carb-cation! Ha ha ha! I need one of those. Sounds like a great trip Lisa. Love this beautiful frittata!
Lisa says
Thanks, Liz! We should also go on a carb-cation together some time!
Nick (Macheesmo) says
Nice! Love the golden beet use so it doesn’t change the color too much. Looks awesome.
Lisa says
Thanks, Nick!
mira says
This frittata looks beautiful, can’t wait to try it with beets! Pinned and shared! Sounds like you had a nice trip!
Lisa says
I definitely had a great trip. Thanks, Mira!
Sabrina @NutritiouslySweet says
I’ve never had a frittata before! But I love eggs and this looks delicious, so I guess it’s a win win š
Lisa says
It’s a great way to enjoy eggs, Sabrina! You should definitely try some time soon!
Sarah @ Makegrowdo says
I’m newly addicted to frittatas.. can’t wait to try this one! Hoping I find golden beets. š
Lisa says
Thanks, Sarah! If you can’t find golden beets, try some bell peppers instead!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
I love the sweet taste of golden beets! I never would have thought to bake them in a frittata, but this is a great idea. Perfect for brunch!
Lisa says
Thanks, Ashley! I love the sweetness it adds to the dish!
Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says
This is such a perfect recipe for late spring when the first beets and Swiss chard make their way into farmers markets. I can’t wait!
Lisa says
Thanks, Chelsea! Yes, keep an eye out for those things!
Phoebe @Feed Me Phoebe says
The use of beets in this frittata is genius!! Will definitely be making this recipe soon!
Lisa says
Thanks, Phoebe!
sylvie says
Always eat eggs with fries, that’s not very healthy and balanced… Should eat them your way, it’s much more healthy and sounds delicious!
Lisa says
Thanks, Sylvie!
Shilpa Malhotra says
Mmmmmmā¦..yum. This looks totally amazing. Iām just starring at the screen looking at how delicious they look.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Shilpa!
Roshani Khanna says
they are just mind-blowingly beautiful, creative, and I wish I could have a big stack right now. Pinnnnnnned! š
Lisa Lin says
Thanks, Roshani!
Catherine says
Made this for dinner tonight. Subbed almond milk so my dairy free eater could eat it. Also left out the cheese and sundried tomatoes. It still tasted amazing. The shredded beet makes it. I made some swiss chard pesto and put this on top making it extra special. So happy to have found your site.
Lisa Lin says
Catherine, thank you so much for trying out my recipe and for letting me know how it turned out! That swiss chard pesto sounds amazing!
James says
Pinned and shared! Sounds like you had a nice trip!
Elyza Desouza says
Excellent photos with informative blogs.. thanks for it.
Lisa Lin says
Thanks!
IFMC says
I love the sweet taste of golden beets! I never would have thought to bake them in a frittata, but this is a great idea. Perfect for brunch!
Ashok says
Dear Lisa, your frittata looks wonderful! I love the ingredients. sounds delicious!
Nagaraj says
Great Recipe!
markets says
nice info, appreciate!
Sonu Sharma says
This frittata sounds like a deliciously creative way to use up fridge finds! š„š Love the mix of sweet golden beets and sharp cheese. Perfect for multitaskers craving a quick, classy dish while catching up on lifeās highlights! āØ
Toppersmind says
this recipe looks great. I am going to try this today