Summer Vegetable Frittata (Paleo Breakfast)
Looking for an easy, healthy breakfast that fits your summer frittata routine? This summer vegetable frittata is naturally grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite paleo recipes for anyone following a paleo diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 10 minutes prep, 25 minutes cook
- Servings: 1
- Diet: Paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive or coconut oil
- 1/2 zucchini, diced
- 1/4 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 small tomato, seeded and chopped
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the zucchini, pepper, onion, thyme, sea salt, pepper and garlic.
- Cover and cook until the vegetables soften (about 5–7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add the tomato. Cook uncovered for another 5 minutes.
- Whisk the eggs with the remaining salt and pepper until frothy.
- Pour the eggs over the vegetable mixture and stir gently. Cover, reduce the heat and cook for another 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, warm a broiler on low heat. Finish the frittata under the broiler for 3 minutes.
- Slide onto a plate, cut into strips and serve warm.
Tips & Variations
Finishing under the broiler gives you a golden, puffed top.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe uses only whole, unprocessed ingredients — no grains, no refined sugar, no industrial seed oils. It’s naturally rich in protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for weight loss, stable energy and digestive health. Because it’s grain-free and dairy-free, it also works well for people with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really paleo?
Yes. Summer Vegetable Frittata contains only paleo-approved ingredients — no grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugar or processed oils.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 1.
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