Lactose Free Turmeric Ginger Egg & Greens Frittata
This frittata is vibrant, deeply savory, and packed with greens — the kind of dish that feels nourishing without being fussy. Fresh grated turmeric and ginger bloom in hot olive oil before the eggs ever hit the pan, building a warm, aromatic base that dried spices alone just can't replicate. Kale and baby spinach wilt right into the skillet, so every slice is loaded with tender greens in every bite. The whole thing is finished in the oven for a clean, set center with no rubbery edges — just a silky, golden frittata that slices beautifully. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, there's no need to swap anything out or hunt down specialty products. No cream, no cheese, no butter — just eggs, olive oil, fresh aromatics, and greens working together to create something that's genuinely satisfying on its own. A scatter of fresh parsley over the top adds a bright, herby finish that pulls the whole dish together. It works just as well for a relaxed weekend brunch as it does for a quick weeknight dinner straight from the pan.
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4 servings
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
- 1 cup kale, stems removed, leaves thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, salt, black pepper, ground turmeric, and ground ginger until the yolks and whites are fully combined and the mixture is uniform in color, about 1 minute.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the fresh grated turmeric and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute — watch closely, as they can scorch quickly.
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