Candida Diet Friendly Zucchini Herb Frittata
Eating to crowd out candida overgrowth doesn't mean settling for bland or boring meals, and this frittata is proof. Eight eggs form a rich, protein-packed base that gets layered with tender golden zucchini, fragrant garlic, and a trio of fresh herbs — basil, parsley, and thyme — that make every bite feel genuinely vibrant. The scallion greens add a mild oniony note without the sugars found in the white bulb, and the fresh mozzarella melts into creamy pockets across the top as it finishes under the broiler. No processed fillers, no hidden starches, no sweeteners — just whole ingredients that align cleanly with the low-sugar, anti-fungal principles behind this way of eating. The stovetop-to-broiler technique gives you beautifully set edges and a lightly golden top without any fuss, and the whole thing comes together in a single oven-safe skillet. Cut into four generous wedges, it works equally well as a satisfying dinner or a meal-prep anchor you can reheat throughout the week.
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4 servings
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium zucchini (about 12 oz total), cut into ¼-inch half-moons
- 3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 3 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into small pieces
Chef's tipUse the same amount. It works well fresh in dishes like caprese, salads, and skewers. For pizza or baked dishes, choose a dairy-free mozzarella labeled for melting so it softens the way you'd expect.
Instructions
- 1
Position an oven rack in the upper-middle position and preheat the broiler to high.
- 2
Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl, add the salt and pepper, and whisk until the yolks and whites are fully combined and the mixture is uniform in color, about 30 seconds. Stir in the basil, parsley, and thyme. Set aside.
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