Very simple and really easy to prepare zucchini and flower omelette. Zucchini are vegetables native to Central America and are very versatile in cooking: from elaborate recipes like Parmesan to very simple ones like grilled zucchini. Due to their ease in the kitchen, they are also highly appreciated by less experienced cooks for quick preparations, especially in the hot season. Like today, a beautiful sunny day to spend outside in the garden organizing the vegetable patch and thus preparing something fresh and cheerful like squash blossoms and the first zucchinis.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economic
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Cooking time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 3
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 228.67 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 4.38 (g) of which sugars 0.02 (g)
- Proteins 16.55 (g)
- Fat 17.07 (g) of which saturated 6.37 (g)of which unsaturated 5.33 (g)
- Fibers 0.87 (g)
- Sodium 959.11 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 130 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients needed to prepare the omelette
- 20 squash blossoms
- 1 zucchini
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 6 leaves mint
- 1 pinch pepper
Tools to prepare the zucchini and flower omelette
- Frying Pan
- Plate
- Salad Spinner
- Grater
- Soup Plate
- Fork
Steps to prepare the omelette
Slice the zucchini into rings and sauté them in a frying pan with extra virgin olive oil and fresh mint. Let the water they release evaporate and then also distribute the squash blossoms, cut into several parts, on top. Meanwhile, prepare the beaten eggs with Parmesan, salt, and pepper, and pour them over the zucchini. Cook them over low heat for 6 minutes on each side, or longer if needed.
Serve your zucchini and flower omelette with a nice fresh mixed salad dressed with salt, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
And here it is, ready to be enjoyed, the zucchini and flower omelette.
Variations
Here is a beautiful variation to the zucchini and flower omelette. Below is the link to the onion omelette.
https://blog.giallozafferano.it/vaipinacucina/ricetta-frittata-di-cipolle/
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What salad can accompany a zucchini and flower omelette?
I’ll list some ideal vegetables to accompany the omelette: definitely thinly sliced fennel dressed with salt, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon, lettuce and lamb’s lettuce, or tomatoes and cucumbers.
Is it possible to make the omelette without eggs?
Yes, certainly. To make an eggless omelette, you can use a batter with chickpea flour and water. Another method is using boiled potatoes: these, mashed, help to bind the ingredients of the omelette well.
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