Protein-Packed Lunch

Zucchini Potato Tortilla

with Serrano Ham
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Zucchini Potato Tortilla

Zucchini Potato Tortilla - Simple Spanish-inspired recipe from a country kitchen - very tasty!

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Health Score:
83 / 100
Difficulty:
easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
35 min.
Preparation
ready in 45 min.
Ready in
Calories:
395
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

This tortilla is packed with important vitamins, minerals and trace elements. The combination of eggs and potatoes also provides high-quality protein.

In Spain, the potato tortilla is not only eaten with ham, depending on the region, but with shrimp, vegetables, or the traditional way with potatoes and eggs.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie395 cal.(19 %)
Protein24 g(24 %)
Fat25 g(22 %)
Carbohydrates16 g(11 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage4 g(13 %)
Vitamin A0.4 mg(50 %)
Vitamin D3.5 μg(18 %)
Vitamin E4.4 mg(37 %)
Vitamin K31.7 μg(53 %)
Vitamin B₁0.4 mg(40 %)
Vitamin B₂0.5 mg(45 %)
Niacin7.4 mg(62 %)
Vitamin B₆0.6 mg(43 %)
Folate137 μg(46 %)
Pantothenic acid2.4 mg(40 %)
Biotin34.7 μg(77 %)
Vitamin B₁₂2.8 μg(93 %)
Vitamin C23 mg(24 %)
Potassium749 mg(19 %)
Calcium129 mg(13 %)
Magnesium65 mg(22 %)
Iron5 mg(33 %)
Iodine19 μg(10 %)
Zinc2.7 mg(34 %)
Saturated fatty acids6.2 g
Uric acid86 mg
Cholesterol490 mg
Complete sugar7 g
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Ingredients

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2
Ingredients
2 potatoes (approximately 6 ounces)
1 Zucchini (about 9 ounces)
1 garlic clove
2 onions
3 slices Serrano ham (or Prosciutto)
2 Tbsps olive oil
salt
peppers
4 eggs
How healthy are the main ingredients?
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Preparation

Kitchen utensils

1 Non-stick pan, 1 Bowl, 1 Plate, 1 Cutting board, 1 Large knife, 1 Small knife, 1 Fork, 1 Wooden spoon

Preparation steps

1.
Zucchini Potato Tortilla preparation step 1

Rinse potatoes, cook in boiling salted water about 15-20 minutes, then peel and cut into 1-inch cubes. While the potatoes are cooking, rinse zucchini, trim and cut into approximately 1/2 inch cubes. Peel garlic and onions and finely chop.

2.
Zucchini Potato Tortilla preparation step 2

Cut ham into thin strips.

3.
Zucchini Potato Tortilla preparation step 3

Heat oil in a pan and fry onions and garlic over medium heat until translucent, 1 minute. Add potato and zucchini cubes and fry 4 minutes while stirring, until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.

4.
Zucchini Potato Tortilla preparation step 4

Beat eggs in a bowl and season lightly with salt and pepper. Pour into the pan, sprinkle with ham strips and cook for 3 minutes at medium heat to slightly thicken, stirring carefully.

5.
Zucchini Potato Tortilla preparation step 5

Turn the tortilla. Unmold on a plate and slide back into the pan. Cook another 4 minutes. Serve tortilla cut into pieces.