Cheesy Chorizo Frittata
Per 1 serving · 164 g · 7 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein16g27% of calories
- Carbs4.7g8% of calories
- Fat17g65% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
At a glance
One serving of Cheesy Chorizo Frittata (164 g) has 235 calories, with 16 g of protein, 4.7 g of carbohydrates and 17 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (65% of calories). It is high in protein (31% DV), Vitamin A (34% DV) and Vitamin K (99% DV). Keep an eye on saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 38% and 64% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein31%
- Vitamin A34%
- Vitamin K99%
- Riboflavin (B2)34%
- Vitamin B1238%
- Pantothenic acid20%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Vitamin E11%
- Thiamine12%
- Vitamin B619%
- Folate (B9)19%
- Magnesium10%
- Zinc19%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Saturated fat38%
- Cholesterol64%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
½ oz Pork and beef chorizo
⅛ package (10 oz) Spinach
¼ cup cherry tomatoes Cherry tomatoes
½ medium Scallions
¾ extra large Egg- ¹⁄₁₆ cup 2% milk
³⁄₁₆ cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chorizo until done, stirring frequently. Remove the chorizo from the skillet, keeping the drippings in the skillet. Set the chorizo aside.
- 2
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes or until just wilted, stirring frequently. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and scallions, then remove from heat.
- 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until blended. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese, then add the mixture to the skillet, stirring just until combined. Top with the remaining cheese.
- 4
Bake for 25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (164 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 307 μg | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 119 μg | 99% |
| Thiamine | 0.1 mg | 12% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | 34% |
| Niacin | 1 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | 19% |
| Folate (B9) | 75 μg | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 38% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 20% |
| Choline | 152 mg | 28% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 229 mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2 mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 353 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 41 mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 243 mg | 35% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 24 μg | 43% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 38 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 1 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 2,104 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.2 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 9 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 3 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 0.4 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 1 g | — |
| Leucine | 1 g | — |
| Lycopene | 958 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 6 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 130 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.1 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 1 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 1 μg | — |
Burning 235 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 45minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 28minCycling (moderate)
- 20minRunning (6 mph)
- 33minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Cheesy Chorizo Frittata?
One serving of Cheesy Chorizo Frittata (1 serving) has 235 calories, which works out to 143 calories per 100 g. That is about 12% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Cheesy Chorizo Frittata high in protein?
It provides a solid 16 g of protein per serving (31% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 27% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Cheesy Chorizo Frittata keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 3 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 8% of calories.
How much sodium is in Cheesy Chorizo Frittata?
401 mg per serving.
How much sugar is in Cheesy Chorizo Frittata?
2.3 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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