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Veggie-Packed Spanish Potato Omelette (Tortilla Española) Recipe

Veggie-Packed Spanish Potato Omelette (Tortilla Española) Recipe

Discover a delicious, veggie-loaded Spanish potato omelette—the perfect hearty lunch. This budget-friendly tortilla uses everyday ingredients and leftovers for maximum flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

  • 100g mushrooms, quartered
  • 2 celery stalks, in strips
  • 200g cooked baby potatoes, diced
  • 100g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 orange bell peppers, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 50g grated mature cheese
  • salt
  • pepper
  • oven-proof pan or springform

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Prep all vegetables and heat your ovenproof pan. Add the oil and sauté the garlic and red onion for a few minutes.
  2. Add the bell peppers and celery, cooking for 4 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms, potatoes, and tomatoes, frying for another 2 minutes.
  3. Whisk the eggs with salt and pepper, then stir in the parsley.
  4. Evenly distribute the veggies and potatoes in the pan, pour over the egg mixture, and top with grated cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the eggs are set and cheese melted. Use a springform if your pan isn't ovenproof.
  6. Remove from the oven and slide onto a plate to cool slightly.
  7. Serve with toasted bread for a light meal.

Recipe and image: Time for Paprika