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Kuku Sabzi (Herb Frittata)

A vibrant Iranian baked egg and herb dish with crispy bottoms and tender centers. Fresh herbs, kidney beans, and walnuts create a protein-rich dinner that's elegant yet simple.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
14g
Kuku Sabzi (Herb Frittata)
comfortwholesomeiranianvegetarianeggsfluffytendercrispy

Ingredients

  • 8 whole eggs
  • 2 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • ¾ cup fresh scallions, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Chop parsley and dill finely; chop scallions into 1-inch pieces.

  2. 2

    Whisk 8 eggs in a bowl with salt and pepper until combined. Fold in herbs, kidney beans, and walnuts.

  3. 3

    Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

  4. 4

    Pour egg mixture into skillet. Cook 3 minutes without stirring until bottom edges set and turn golden.

  5. 5

    Transfer skillet to oven. Bake 15–18 minutes until top is set but center still jiggles slightly.

  6. 6

    Remove from oven. Let rest 3 minutes, then slice into wedges and serve warm or room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch oven-safe skillet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • oven

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