Wholesome, budget-friendly, and oh-so-satisfying. A crowd-pleaser the whole family will love. Packed with fresh seasonal veggies, protein-rich eggs, and smoky ham, it’s a simple dish that works just as well for dinner as it does for lunchboxes the next day. Served with crispy sweet potato and carrot fries, this recipe delivers comfort food with a nourishing twist.
Created by Live Love Nourish using fresh produce from Spray-Free Farmacy, this is weeknight dinner done right — nourishing, simple, and delicious.
🌿 Why You’ll Love This Slice
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Protein-packed eggs from pasture-raised happy chooks
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Easily made gluten-free and/or dairy-free
- Meal-prep friendly and family-approved
- Budget friendly yet big of flavour
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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250gm ham (or bacon)
- 6 Large eggs
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2 Zucchini, grated
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500gm Carrots
- 500gm Sweet Potato (or white potato)
Pantry staples (not included in recipe kit):
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Olive oil
- Milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- Flour (or gluten-free alternative)
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Salt & Pepper
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Cheese (optional)
🍽 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (fan forced) and line a 20x30cm baking dish with baking paper.
- Grate zucchini and 2 carrots (set the rest aside). Squeeze out excess liquid with a tea towel or paper towel.
- In a large bowl, mix grated veggies, onion, ham, and cheese (if using).
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Stir in flour until smooth.
- Pour egg mixture over veggie mix, stir to combine, then spread evenly into the baking dish.
- Bake 35–40 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, toss sweet potato and remaining carrot in olive oil. Spread on a tray and roast 30 minutes, or until golden.
- Cool slice slightly before cutting into portions.
💡 Tips & Optional Add-Ins
- Add extra flavour: Mix in chopped fresh herbs or 2 tsp curry powder to the slice batter.
- Stretch it further: Serve with a crisp green salad to make it a full meal.
- Lunchbox friendly: Tastes great hot or cold, perfect for school or work lunches.
- Meal prep winner: Bake ahead and store in the fridge for quick, ready-to-go meals.