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Spring Asparagus & Prosciutto Breakfast Skillet with Lemon‑Chive Almond‑Cassava Flatbread

Spring Asparagus & Prosciutto Breakfast Skillet with Lemon‑Chive Almond‑Cassava Flatbread

By Zoey Mann

Mediterranean (Italian-influenced)Intermediate

Bright, savory and texturally satisfying, this Mediterranean‑inspired breakfast skillet layers tender, blistered asparagus and wilted baby spinach with silky eggs and salty prosciutto, finished with a flash of lemon zest and fresh chives. Paired with warm, golden almond‑cassava flatbreads — crisp at the edges and pillowy in the center — it feels like a restaurant brunch at home: rich, fresh and perfectly balanced.

Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
2 servings
BreakfastBrunchVegetableMediterraneanGluten-free (if cassava/almond are tolerated)

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs large eggs (for skillet)
  • 2 small eggs small eggs (for flatbreads)
  • 40 g thin prosciutto slices
  • 180 g (about 12 medium spears) asparagus spears, trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 60 g (about 2 cups, loosely packed) baby spinach
  • 30 g (about 1/2 small shallot) shallot, finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp ghee or unsalted butter
  • 60 g (about 1/2 cup) almond flour
  • 30 g (about 2 tbsp) cassava flour
  • 1/4 tsp (total) sea salt (for flatbread)
  • 2 tsp (total) extra-virgin olive oil (for flatbread batter)

Instructions

1

Make the almond‑cassava flatbread batter first so it can rest briefly: in a medium bowl whisk the 2 small eggs with 2 tsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp sea salt until smooth. Stir in the 60 g almond flour and 30 g cassava flour until you have a thick batter — it should be scoopable but spreadable. Resting the batter 5–10 minutes hydrates the flours so the flatbreads hold together and brown evenly.

2

Prep the vegetables and aromatics while the batter rests: trim woody ends from 180 g asparagus and halve each spear lengthwise so they cook quickly and get a nice sear. Thinly slice 30 g shallot, mince 2 cloves garlic, measure 60 g baby spinach and finely chop 2 tbsp chives. Zest half a lemon and keep it ready to finish the dish. Good mise en place keeps the cooking flow smooth — asparagus cooks fast and you don’t want it to overcook while you scramble for ingredients.

3

Cook the flatbreads: heat a nonstick or well-seasoned cast‑iron skillet over medium heat until hot (about 2–3 minutes). Add a light brush of oil or nonstick spray. Spoon half the batter into the skillet and spread gently into a 5–6 inch round (don’t make them paper‑thin). Cook 2–3 minutes until the underside is golden and the top looks set with small bubbles; flip and cook 1–2 minutes more. The first flatbread sets your skillet temperature — adjust heat down if it browns too quickly. Repeat for the second flatbread. Keep warm wrapped in a clean towel.

4

Start the skillet for the vegetables and eggs: in a 10–12 inch skillet over medium heat add 1 tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the sliced shallot and a pinch of salt and sweat 2–3 minutes until soft and slightly translucent. Sweating the shallot (rather than browning quickly) releases its sweetness and builds a gentle base flavor for the dish.

5

Add the asparagus and sear: increase heat to medium‑high, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and the asparagus cut side down. Let the asparagus sit undisturbed 2–3 minutes so it develops brown, caramelized edges — that Maillard flavor is where much of the dish’s depth comes from. Season with a light pinch of salt and cracked black pepper.

6

Add garlic and spinach to build layers: push the asparagus and shallots to one side, add the minced garlic into the hot pan and stir 20–30 seconds to bloom its aroma (garlic browns quickly and becomes bitter if cooked too long). Toss in the baby spinach and cook just until it wilts, about 30–60 seconds — quick wilting preserves its bright color and fresh flavor.

7

Create pockets and add prosciutto: move the vegetables to make 4 small wells (two per person) in the skillet. Tear the 40 g prosciutto into pieces and line or lightly drape them into the wells — prosciutto will warm and render a bit of fat but you don’t want to crisp it hard; keeping it supple preserves the delicate salty flavor and mouthfeel.

8

Finish with eggs: melt 2 tsp ghee or butter in the pan and crack the 4 large eggs into the wells over the vegetables and prosciutto. Season the egg whites with a little sea salt and cracked black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium‑low and cover the pan for 3–5 minutes, checking at 3 minutes — covering uses steam to gently set the whites while keeping yolks glossy and tender. For firmer yolks leave covered an extra minute or two; for runny yolks remove sooner.

9

Finish and plate: sprinkle the eggs, vegetables and prosciutto with the chopped chives and the 1/2 tsp lemon zest — the lemon brightens and cuts through the richness. Slide the eggs and vegetables onto two plates, fold each warm almond‑cassava flatbread and serve alongside, or use the flatbread to scoop the skillet (restaurant style). Taste and adjust with extra flaky sea salt or pepper if desired.

10

Optional quick finish: for a more indulgent finish, dot the eggs and asparagus with an additional 1 tsp butter (per serving) when you uncover the pan; swirling it through the spinach and eggs adds a glossy finish and silkier mouthfeel.

Chef's Tips

  • 1Rest the flatbread batter for 5–10 minutes to hydrate the flours — this prevents cracking and gives a tender interior.
  • 2Don’t overcrowd the skillet. Searing in a single layer gives you caramelization on the asparagus; overcrowding steams the vegetables and you lose flavor.
  • 3Use the cover when cooking the eggs to set whites without overcooking yolks. Check early to avoid rubbery yolks.
  • 4If your pan runs hot and the flatbreads brown too fast, lower heat slightly and give the pan a minute to cool — consistent moderate heat gives the best golden crust.
  • 5Common mistake: adding prosciutto too early. Prosciutto is thin and salty — add near the end so it warms and softens rather than turning tough and overly salty.

Variations

  • Vegetarian option: omit prosciutto and add 60 g cooked cannellini beans or 60 g crumbled feta for a salty finish. Add the beans when you add the spinach to heat through.
  • Spicy kick: sprinkle 1/4–1/2 tsp red pepper flakes into the shallots when they sweat, or finish with a drizzle of chili‑infused olive oil over the plated skillet.
  • Herb swap: if you don’t have chives, use 1 tbsp each of chopped parsley and basil for a different fresh profile.
  • Flatbread swap: for nut‑free version, replace the almond flour with 60 g superfine oat flour (note: nutrition and texture will change).

Nutrition per Serving

687

Calories

33g

Protein

28g

Carbs

51g

Fat

7g

Fiber

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Spring Asparagus & Prosciutto Breakfast Skillet with Lemon‑Chive Almond‑Cassava Flatbread

By Zoey Mann

BreakfastBrunchVegetableMediterraneanGluten-free (if cassava/almond are tolerated)
Spring Asparagus & Prosciutto Breakfast Skillet with Lemon‑Chive Almond‑Cassava Flatbread - large eggs (for skillet), small eggs (for flatbreads) recipe

Bright, savory and texturally satisfying, this Mediterranean‑inspired breakfast skillet layers tender, blistered asparagus and wilted baby spinach with silky eggs and salty prosciutto, finished with a flash of lemon zest and fresh chives. Paired with warm, golden almond‑cassava flatbreads — crisp at the edges and pillowy in the center — it feels like a restaurant brunch at home: rich, fresh and perfectly balanced.

Mediterranean (Italian-influenced)Intermediate2 servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs large eggs (for skillet)
  • 2 small eggs small eggs (for flatbreads)
  • 40 g thin prosciutto slices
  • 180 g (about 12 medium spears) asparagus spears, trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 60 g (about 2 cups, loosely packed) baby spinach
  • 30 g (about 1/2 small shallot) shallot, finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp ghee or unsalted butter
  • 60 g (about 1/2 cup) almond flour
  • 30 g (about 2 tbsp) cassava flour
  • 1/4 tsp (total) sea salt (for flatbread)
  • 2 tsp (total) extra-virgin olive oil (for flatbread batter)

Instructions

1

Make the almond‑cassava flatbread batter first so it can rest briefly: in a medium bowl whisk the 2 small eggs with 2 tsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp sea salt until smooth. Stir in the 60 g almond flour and 30 g cassava flour until you have a thick batter — it should be scoopable but spreadable. Resting the batter 5–10 minutes hydrates the flours so the flatbreads hold together and brown evenly.

2

Prep the vegetables and aromatics while the batter rests: trim woody ends from 180 g asparagus and halve each spear lengthwise so they cook quickly and get a nice sear. Thinly slice 30 g shallot, mince 2 cloves garlic, measure 60 g baby spinach and finely chop 2 tbsp chives. Zest half a lemon and keep it ready to finish the dish. Good mise en place keeps the cooking flow smooth — asparagus cooks fast and you don’t want it to overcook while you scramble for ingredients.

3

Cook the flatbreads: heat a nonstick or well-seasoned cast‑iron skillet over medium heat until hot (about 2–3 minutes). Add a light brush of oil or nonstick spray. Spoon half the batter into the skillet and spread gently into a 5–6 inch round (don’t make them paper‑thin). Cook 2–3 minutes until the underside is golden and the top looks set with small bubbles; flip and cook 1–2 minutes more. The first flatbread sets your skillet temperature — adjust heat down if it browns too quickly. Repeat for the second flatbread. Keep warm wrapped in a clean towel.

4

Start the skillet for the vegetables and eggs: in a 10–12 inch skillet over medium heat add 1 tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the sliced shallot and a pinch of salt and sweat 2–3 minutes until soft and slightly translucent. Sweating the shallot (rather than browning quickly) releases its sweetness and builds a gentle base flavor for the dish.

5

Add the asparagus and sear: increase heat to medium‑high, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and the asparagus cut side down. Let the asparagus sit undisturbed 2–3 minutes so it develops brown, caramelized edges — that Maillard flavor is where much of the dish’s depth comes from. Season with a light pinch of salt and cracked black pepper.

6

Add garlic and spinach to build layers: push the asparagus and shallots to one side, add the minced garlic into the hot pan and stir 20–30 seconds to bloom its aroma (garlic browns quickly and becomes bitter if cooked too long). Toss in the baby spinach and cook just until it wilts, about 30–60 seconds — quick wilting preserves its bright color and fresh flavor.

7

Create pockets and add prosciutto: move the vegetables to make 4 small wells (two per person) in the skillet. Tear the 40 g prosciutto into pieces and line or lightly drape them into the wells — prosciutto will warm and render a bit of fat but you don’t want to crisp it hard; keeping it supple preserves the delicate salty flavor and mouthfeel.

8

Finish with eggs: melt 2 tsp ghee or butter in the pan and crack the 4 large eggs into the wells over the vegetables and prosciutto. Season the egg whites with a little sea salt and cracked black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium‑low and cover the pan for 3–5 minutes, checking at 3 minutes — covering uses steam to gently set the whites while keeping yolks glossy and tender. For firmer yolks leave covered an extra minute or two; for runny yolks remove sooner.

9

Finish and plate: sprinkle the eggs, vegetables and prosciutto with the chopped chives and the 1/2 tsp lemon zest — the lemon brightens and cuts through the richness. Slide the eggs and vegetables onto two plates, fold each warm almond‑cassava flatbread and serve alongside, or use the flatbread to scoop the skillet (restaurant style). Taste and adjust with extra flaky sea salt or pepper if desired.

10

Optional quick finish: for a more indulgent finish, dot the eggs and asparagus with an additional 1 tsp butter (per serving) when you uncover the pan; swirling it through the spinach and eggs adds a glossy finish and silkier mouthfeel.

Chef's Tips

  • 1Rest the flatbread batter for 5–10 minutes to hydrate the flours — this prevents cracking and gives a tender interior.
  • 2Don’t overcrowd the skillet. Searing in a single layer gives you caramelization on the asparagus; overcrowding steams the vegetables and you lose flavor.
  • 3Use the cover when cooking the eggs to set whites without overcooking yolks. Check early to avoid rubbery yolks.
  • 4If your pan runs hot and the flatbreads brown too fast, lower heat slightly and give the pan a minute to cool — consistent moderate heat gives the best golden crust.
  • 5Common mistake: adding prosciutto too early. Prosciutto is thin and salty — add near the end so it warms and softens rather than turning tough and overly salty.

Variations

  • Vegetarian option: omit prosciutto and add 60 g cooked cannellini beans or 60 g crumbled feta for a salty finish. Add the beans when you add the spinach to heat through.
  • Spicy kick: sprinkle 1/4–1/2 tsp red pepper flakes into the shallots when they sweat, or finish with a drizzle of chili‑infused olive oil over the plated skillet.
  • Herb swap: if you don’t have chives, use 1 tbsp each of chopped parsley and basil for a different fresh profile.
  • Flatbread swap: for nut‑free version, replace the almond flour with 60 g superfine oat flour (note: nutrition and texture will change).

Nutrition per Serving

687

Calories

33g

Protein

28g

Carbs

51g

Fat

7g

Fiber

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