The Recipe · No.980 · Spinach Frittata

Spinach Frittata, and where to source it

Spinach Frittata — Worth The Hunt WORTH THE HUNT Spinach Frittata Italian 5best2buy.com

Start it on the stovetop, then finish in the oven and pull it while the center still looks slightly underset. Carryover heat finishes the custard; wait until it looks fully cooked in the pan and it turns dry and springy.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Makesserves 4
CuisineItalian
Cost$
VegetarianGluten-free
Contains  dairy · eggs
Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy, and a flax or aquafaba egg for the egg.
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 4 servings
Eggs
The structure; whisk just until blended, not frothy.
8
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Fresh spinach
Wilted and squeezed dry so it does not weep water into the eggs.
5 oz
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Parmesan or feta
Grated Parm for savoriness or crumbled feta for tang.
1/2 cup
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Yellow onion or shallot
Softened first to build a sweet base.
1 small
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Whole milk
A splash whisked in for a tender, custardy set.
1/4 cup
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Olive oil or butter
To soften the aromatics and slick the ovensafe pan.
2 tbsp
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● A fair little treat
A reasonable little indulgence.
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
One-potSheet pan
The Method
  1. Wilt the spinachSoften onion in an ovensafe skillet, add spinach until wilted, then squeeze out and return it.
  2. Whisk the eggsBeat eggs with milk, cheese, salt and pepper.
  3. Set the basePour eggs over the spinach, stir once, and let the edges set over medium-low heat.
  4. Finish in the ovenTransfer to a 375F oven and bake 10 to 14 minutes until just set with a soft center.
  5. Rest and sliceLet stand 5 minutes; slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.
The Toolkit

Ovensafe skillet · Whisk · Silicone spatula

Straight Answers
Can you make Spinach Frittata in an air fryer? — Sometimes

You can, but a custard needs gentle, even heat and usually a water bath the basket can’t give, so the top tends to set before the middle. Bake it in ramekins that fit and watch closely, or use the oven for a foolproof set.

Can you freeze Spinach Frittata? — Not ideal

Not really — the cream, custard, or emulsion turns grainy or splits once thawed. This one is best kept fresh in the fridge.

Can you make Spinach Frittata ahead of time? — Prep ahead

Best fried to order — the crunch fades if it sits. Do the breading or shaping ahead and cook it fresh when you serve.

Is Spinach Frittata gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Spinach Frittata vegan? — Vegetarian, not vegan

It’s vegetarian but not vegan as written — it has dairy and egg. Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy, and a flax or aquafaba egg for the egg.

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