A veggie filled recipe perfect for a springtime brunch or a light dinner
Unfortunately, typical brunch fare isn't very healthy...
and vegetables are usually seriously underrepresented.
I decided to fix that problem with my Kale, Artichoke, & Ricotta Pie.
I know that you are concerned that this may be super healthy and not at all worthy of something to serve parties, but I promise you that this is just as good as it is nutritious.
The first batch I made was a little bland, so I added extra veggies, garlic, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
I also enjoyed mine with some hot sauce -- I'm a fan of Crystal -- for a little something extra. I always have hot sauce at the ready when eggs are present, though.
Feel free to add any herbs you have; I think thyme, rosemary, parsley, oregano, and/or basil would all be good in this.
Kale, Artichoke, and Ricotta Pie
Ingredients
- 5 large eggs
- 1 ยฝ cups ricotta cheese
- ยพ cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
- ยฝ teaspoon onion powder or onion flakes
- ยฝ teaspoon salt
- ยผ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ยผ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cups chopped kale from about 3-4 stalks
- 15 ounce can artichoke hearts drained and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 green onions diced {about ยผ cup}
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9 inch circle baking dish with oil. Set aside.
- Stir together eggs, ricotta, ยฝ cup Parmesan cheese, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add in kale, artichoke hearts, garlic, and green onion. Stir until completely combined, and transfer to prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle with remaining ยผ cup Parmesan cheese and bake in preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes or until center is set. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Slice into 6 wedges, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
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Deanna Segrave-Daly
I'm a sucker for any kind of cooked leafy green with ricotta cheese combo and I need to start using artichokes more. Great recipe!
Liz - Meal Makeover Mom
I love veggie-filled, egg-based pies. I'd make this for dinner any night of the week! Great post ๐
Serena
Hip hip hooray for more veggies @ the brunch table! Although I'm probably more apt to fix this for the fam for dinner...soon! Love the s&p in your beautiful photos!