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Microwave Zucchini, Leek, and Ham Tortilla

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Today we're whipping up this microwave zucchini, leek, and ham tortilla, an easy go-to recipe to sort out lunch or dinner without any fuss. Made with grated zucchini and savory bits of ham, it comes together in minutes, and you can finish it under the broiler if you fancy a lovely golden top.

Prep: 10 minCook: 14 minServes: 4

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you'll need for this recipe

  • 1 large zucchini or 2 small ones
  • 1 leek
  • Cured ham shavings
  • 5 eggs (or 2 eggs and 4 egg whites)
  • Pink Himalayan salt
  • Black pepper

Step by step

Method

  1. 1Whisk the eggs well in a bowl and set aside.
  2. 2Wash the zucchini and grate it using the coarse side of a grater.
  3. 3Finely slice the leek as well.
  4. 4Add both vegetables to the bowl with the eggs, along with the ham shavings.
  5. 5Season to taste and mix thoroughly so all the ingredients are well incorporated.
  6. 6Pour the mixture into a microwave-safe baking dish.
  7. 7Microwave for 12 to 16 minutes at full power (the exact time will depend on your microwave's wattage and the depth of the dish); keep an eye on it and take it out once set.
  8. 8All that's left is to plate it up.
  9. 9Done! Our microwave zucchini, leek, and ham tortilla is ready.

Extra touches

  1. 1To get that lovely golden color on top, be sure to finish it with the grill setting.
  2. 2If your microwave doesn't have a grill function, pop it under the oven broiler for a few minutes or flip it into a hot skillet.

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