Name: Oven-roasted Sweet Potato & Courgette Tortilla Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 2 medium sweet potatoes (500g), peeled and thinly sliced; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 1 courgette, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 6 eggs; 50g crème fraîche; 30g manchego or vegetarian alternative, grated; 1 tbsp chopped chives; Green salad, to serve

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Introduction

This oven-roasted sweet potato and courgette tortilla is a delicious twist on a classic Spanish dish. Packed with tender vegetables and creamy eggs, it’s perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying dinner. Serve it warm or cold alongside a fresh green salad for a versatile meal.

The image shows a baked casserole in a white rectangular baking dish placed on a light brown cloth over a white marbled surface. The dish has a golden-brown top layer with melted cheese and scattered green herbs. There are multiple visible layers beneath, including round slices of zucchini with a slightly charred edge and soft orange chunks, likely sweet potatoes. The cheese is bubbly and slightly browned, covering the vegetables evenly. The edges of the dish show some caramelization, giving a crispy texture around the sides. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes (500g), peeled and thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 courgette, thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
6 eggs
50g crème fraîche
30g Manchego or vegetarian alternative, grated
1 tbsp chopped chives
Green salad, to serve

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 190°C (170°C fan) or gas mark 5. In a medium non-stick baking dish (approximately 18cm x 30cm x 4cm), combine the sweet potato slices, onion, and courgette. Drizzle with the olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss everything together to coat the vegetables evenly.
Step 2: Bake the vegetables for 30 minutes, tossing them halfway through. The sweet potatoes should become tender, the courgette slightly charred, and the onion softened.
Step 3: While the vegetables bake, whisk together the eggs, crème fraîche, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
Step 4: Remove the baking dish from the oven and pour the egg mixture evenly over the roasted vegetables. Sprinkle the grated Manchego or vegetarian cheese alternative on top.
Step 5: Return the dish to the oven and cook for another 25-30 minutes, or until the tortilla is just set and lightly golden on top.
Step 6: Once cooked, sprinkle the chopped chives over the tortilla. Serve it hot or cold alongside a fresh green salad.

Tips & Variations

Use a vegetarian cheese alternative if you prefer to keep this dish meat-free and vegetarian-friendly without Manchego.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or fresh herbs like thyme to the vegetable mix before roasting.
To speed up cooking, slice the sweet potatoes thinner or parboil them briefly before baking.

Storage

Store any leftover tortilla in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can be enjoyed cold or reheated gently in the oven or microwave until warmed through. Avoid reheating multiple times for best texture and flavor.

How to Serve

The image shows a baked dish in a white rectangular baking tray placed on a white marbled surface. The dish has multiple layers, starting with browned, slightly crispy edges and a melted golden cheese top sprinkled with small pieces of green herbs evenly spread throughout. Beneath the cheese layer, there are visible slices of round, grilled zucchini with dark edges, and patches of orange that suggest layered sweet potatoes or carrots. The surface of the dish looks creamy and slightly browned in parts from baking, with a thick, soft texture overall. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other vegetables instead of courgette?

Yes, you can substitute courgette with other vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms depending on your preference and availability.

Is it necessary to use crème fraîche in the egg mixture?

Crème fraîche adds creaminess and a slight tang to the tortilla, but you can substitute it with sour cream or omit it for a lighter version. Just be sure to whisk your eggs thoroughly for a smooth texture.