Mealtime Breakfast & Brunch Egg Breakfasts Frittata Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta 4.9 (17) 15 Reviews Serve this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go. By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD See More Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 1, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Credit: Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey Bulat Active Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Mediterranean Diet Low-Carb Soy-Free Vegetarian High-Protein Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts This 20-minute frittata is perfect for spring, with fresh asparagus and leeks.Eggs provide protein to keep your muscles strong.Ricotta and pesto add creamy richness and depth of flavor to the dish. Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1/2x 1x 2x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. This recipe was developed and tested at its original yield and has not been tested at other yields. Note that only the ingredient list is scaled, so you may need to make adjustments to ingredient amounts, cooking times and equipment sizes in the recipe steps. Scaling could also impact the nutrition analysis. Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings 8 large eggs ¼ cup crème fraîche ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 cups thinly sliced leeks (about 2 medium), rinsed well and patted dry 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces ¼ cup part-skim ricotta cheese 2 tablespoons pesto ¼ cup fresh basil Directions Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Whisk eggs, crème fraîche, salt and pepper in a medium bowl; set near the stove. Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks and asparagus and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cook, lifting the edges so uncooked egg can flow underneath, until nearly set, about 2 minutes. Dollop ricotta and pesto on top and place the pan under the broiler until the eggs are slightly browned, 1½ to 2 minutes. Let stand for 3 minutes. Run a spatula around the edge of the frittata, then underneath, until you can slide or lift it out onto a cutting board or serving plate. Top with basil. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, April 2022 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 369 Calories 27g Fat 14g Carbs 18g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 slice Calories 369 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 14g 5% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 5g Protein 18g 36% Total Fat 27g 35% Saturated Fat 9g 45% Cholesterol 389mg 130% Vitamin A 2445IU 49% Vitamin C 12mg 13% Vitamin D 83IU 21% Vitamin E 4mg 27% Folate 127mcg 32% Vitamin K 83mcg 69% Sodium 549mg 24% Iron 5mg 28% Magnesium 47mg 11% Potassium 424mg 9% Zinc 2mg 18% Vitamin B12 1mcg 42% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.