Asparagus Frittata (with Fresh Mozzarella)

This Asparagus Frittata has fresh Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and it’s such a delicious way to enjoy fresh asparagus! And this tasty breakfast is easy to make and will be a hit with everyone who loves asparagus with eggs!

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For years I made this delicious Asparagus Frittata with the fresh Mozzarella Pearls at Costco and those little balls of fresh Mozzarella were so great for this recipe. So when I couldn’t find Mozzarella Pearls I decided to update this recipe with an ingredient that was more widely available! So we used chopped fresh mozzarella pieces this time and the Asparagus Frittata was still so, so tasty.

It’s asparagus season, and this would be a lovely idea for brunch for a special occasion. And don’t be intimidated by the word frittata, because this breakfast dish made with asparagus and fresh Mozzarella is really easy to make for an impressive breakfast!

I do want to mention that we had high hopes of spears of asparagus showing through the egg in the finished frittata, but the eggs puffed up and almost completely covered the asparagus. But it was quickly devoured and no one seemed to care about that at all!

What ingredients do you need for this recipe?

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• asparagus tips or cut asparagus pieces
• Olive Oil (affiliate link)
• salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
• eggs
• Spike Seasoning (affiliate link) or other all-purpose seasoning
• fresh Mozzarella
• freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
• green onions

What is a Frittata?

A frittata is an Italian style omelet that cooks on top of the stove without being turned and then gets browned under the broiler for a few minutes at the end. You can read more about the difference between an omelet and a frittata if you’re interested. And this type of dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

What is Fresh Mozzarella?

There are quite a few varieties of Mozzarella cheese, and the creamy fresh Mozzarella used in this recipe is different from the grated Mozzarella that most people are familiar with. Fresh Mozzarella is soft, creamy, and mild in flavor, and it’s sold packed in water or sealed in plastic and should be eaten within a few days. Of course you could make this with regular grated Mozzarella. But the creamy fresh mozzarella really was so delicious in this Asparagus Frittata!

Can you make Asparagus Frittata with frozen asparagus?

I know someone is going to ask about using frozen asparagus for this frittata recipe. First let me admit I’ve never cooked frozen asparagus and personally I’d always prefer fresh asparagus. But that may not be available for everyone, and some people just like the ease of frozen vegetables. If you’re making this frittata recipe with frozen asparagus I’d be sure the asparagus is completely thawed and pat it dry, and the cooking time for the asparagus will be shorter with frozen asparagus.

Would you prefer a frittata that’s thicker?

You can use one or two more eggs in this recipe if you prefer the a frittata that’s a bit thicker or want the servings to be more generous. The cooking time will be just slightly longer.

How low in carbs is this Asparagus Frittata?

This tasty frittata recipe has only 2 net carbs and 11 grams of protein per serving!

Steps for making Asparagus Frittata (with Fresh Mozzarella):

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1. Wash and dry asparagus tips, and cut to fit in your pan in a single layer.
2. Heat olive oil in heavy frying pan, then add the asparagus and cook at high heat about 2-3 minutes.
3. When asparagus is barely starting to brown on one side, turn and cook on the other side.
4. While asparagus cooks, cut fresh Mozzarella into cubes.
5. Remove asparagus to a dish.
6. Beat eggs with Spike Seasoning (affiliate link) or other seasoning mix until eggs are well-beaten.
7. Add a little more oil to the pan and heat on low. (
8. Pour eggs into pan, let cook for a couple minutes.
9. Then lay asparagus spears in a single layer in the egg mixture. Sprinkle mozzarella pieces around the asparagus.
10. Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top. (If you’re planning to brown the top of the frittata under the broiler turn the broiler on now.)
11. Cover pan and cook on low heat about 10-12 minutes.
12. When edges are set but the center is still not completely set, put pan under the broiler and brown the top for 3-4 minutes. (I have to turn the pan at least once to get it browned evenly in my broiler.)
13. If you’re not browning under the broiler, just cook covered until the whole frittata is firm, about 14 minutes.
14. Sprinkle the Asparagus Frittata with chives or chopped green onions and serve hot.

Make it a Low-Carb Meal:

If you’re serving the Asparagus Frittata for brunch or a special breakfast, here are some delicious ideas for a low-carb side dish:

• Low-Carb High-Fiber Savory Muffins
• Savory Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins with Feta
• Savory Almond Flour Bread
• Almond Flour Pumpkin Muffins
• Flourless Keto Zucchini Muffins

More Amazing Recipes with Asparagus:

If you’re also a huge asparagus fan, check out my collections of Low-Carb and Keto Asparagus Recipes or Easter Asparagus Recipes. You can also use Asparagus Recipes to see all the recipes on my site using this wonderful spring vegetable!

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Yield: 6 servings

Asparagus Frittata (with Fresh Mozzarella)

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

This Asparagus Frittata with Fresh Mozzarella makes an impressive breakfast for guests and it's also easy to make. And this easy-to-make frittata recipe will be a hit with everyone who loves asparagus!

Ingredients

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• 8 oz. asparagus tips or cut asparagus pieces
• 4 tsp. olive oil, divided
• salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
• 6 eggs, well beaten (see notes)
• 1 tsp. Spike Seasoning (see notes)
• 4 oz. fresh Mozzarella, cut into small cubes
• 2 T freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 T thinly sliced green onions for garnish, optional (see notes)

Instructions

1. Wash and dry asparagus tips, and cut into sizes which will fit into your pan in a single layer.
2. Heat 2 tsp. olive oil in heavy frying pan, then add the asparagus, season with salt and fresh ground black pepper, and cook at high heat about 2-3 minutes.
3. When asparagus is barely starting to brown on one side, turn and cook about 2 minutes on the other side.
4. While asparagus browns, cut the fresh Mozzarella into small cubes. Remove asparagus to a dish.
5. While oil heats, beat eggs with Spike seasoning until eggs are well-beaten. (Some people have found this frittata was thin with only six eggs. Use one or two more eggs if you prefer a thicker frittata.)
6. Add 2 tsp. more oil to the pan and heat on low. Pour eggs into pan, let cook for a couple minutes.
7. Then lay the asparagus spears in a single layer in the egg mixture.
8. Use your fingers to sprinkle the mozzarella pieces around the pieces of asparagus, then sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
9. If you’re planning to brown the top of the frittata under the broiler, turn the broiler on now.
10. Cover pan and cook on low heat about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still not completely set.
11. Then put pan under the broiler and brown the top for 3-4 minutes. (I have to turn the pan at least once to get it browned evenly in my broiler. WATCH IT CAREFULLY!)
12. If you’re not browning under the broiler, just cook covered until the whole frittata is firm, about 14 minutes.
13. Sprinkle Asparagus Frittata with chopped green onions (or chives) and serve hot.

Notes

If you don't have Spike Seasoning (affiliate link), just use another all-purpose seasoning blend that's good with eggs.

If you're lucky enough to have fresh chives, they would be lovely as a garnish for this dish.

If you prefer a thicker frittata, you may wish to add one or two more eggs.

This recipe created by Kalyn.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 164Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 4gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 200mgSodium 555mgCarbohydrates 3gFiber 1gSugar 1gProtein 11g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated by the Recipe Plug-In I am using. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee 100% accuracy, since many variables affect those calculations.

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Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
Asparagus Frittata is a great low-carb or Keto breakfast or brunch dish that’s also suitable for any phase of the original South Beach Diet. South Beach would recommend reduced-fat Mozzarella.

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Historical Notes for this Recipe:
This Asparagus Frittata was first posted in 2009 and I’ve made it many times since then! The recipe was last updated with more information in 2026.