I get a lot of requests for breakfast ideas, so here’s one of my favorites. This Caprese Frittata blends Italian turkey sausage, fresh basil, and juicy grape tomatoes into a fluffy, savory dish that’s packed with protein. It’s quick, easy to make, and a healthy breakfast or brunch option you’ll love. Watch me make this here.
The crisp salad, dressed in a tangy mustard-lemon vinaigrette, perfectly complements the Caprese frittata. The creamy base of eggs and cottage cheese gets a flavor boost from hearty turkey sausage, fresh tomatoes, and shallots. The cottage cheese adds a rich creaminess while also boosting our protein.
With only 505 calories and 45g of protein, this dish this dish is a meal that truly hits all the right notes!
If you’re looking for some other breakfast ideas, check out these protein-packed burritos you can take on the go!
Caprese Frittata
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Ingredients
Homemade Salad Dressing
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups salad greens
Frittata
- 1 shallot
- 16 oz grape tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 8 eggs
- 1/2 cup egg whites
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 16 oz Italian turkey sausage
- 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar glaze
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
Instructions
Salad Dressing
- In a mason jar, add 2 tsp Dijon mustard, the juice of 1 lemon, 4 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper
- Cover with the lid and shake well until combined. Set aside
Mise En Place
- Finely chop 1 shallot
- Cut 16 oz grape tomatoes into quarters
- Finely slice 1 cup fresh basil
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 8 eggs, 1/2 cup egg whites, and 1/2 cup cottage cheese. Season with salt and pepper
Cook & Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350F
- In a large frying pan over medium heat, add 1 tbsp of olive oil
- Add in 16 oz Italian turkey sausage. Season with salt and pepper
- When the turkey is 90% cooked, add the shallots and grape tomatoes. Cook down for 3-4 minutes until the water from the tomatoes evaporates and the turkey is fully cooked
- Mix in the egg mixture and combine well
- Add fresh chopped basil on top
- Bake in the oven until the eggs are set, about 15-20 minutes
Plate & Garnish
- Once the frittata is cooked, remove from the oven
- Add a slice to a plate and serve a handful of salad greens on the side
- Top the salad with a drizzle of your homemade dressing
- Top everything with fresh basil, grated parmesan and balsamic vinegar glaze
