Vida Recetas Editorial
The vegetable cake is a versatile and delicious recipe that combines a crispy shortcrust pastry base with a creamy filling of zucchini, mushrooms, onion, and tomato, bound with eggs, milk, and cream cheese. Originating from European home cooking, this dish has become a classic for using seasonal vegetables and offering a complete and nutritious meal.
This cake is ideal for those looking for a vegetarian option, easy to prepare, and can be served both hot and cold, perfect for a light lunch, an informal dinner, or even for a picnic. Its smooth texture and balanced flavor, enhanced with fresh basil, make it appealing to the whole family, including children who often reject vegetables.
There are multiple variations: you can substitute zucchini with eggplant, add peppers, spinach, or even sprinkle grated cheese on top for gratin. The shortcrust pastry can be store-bought or homemade, and the milk can be plant-based for a lactose-free version. With this easy recipe, you will get an elegant and tasty dish that will surprise your guests.
Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
1
Peel and cut the mushrooms and zucchini into very small cubes.
Cut the onion into julienne strips.
Put oil in the pan and fry all the vegetables we just cut. First the onion and, when it starts to change color, the zucchini. When everything is about to be done, add the mushrooms.
Once the vegetables are done, reserve on a plate with absorbent paper
On the other hand, in a bowl, beat the three eggs with half a glass of milk. When everything is mixed, add the cheese and mix everything well with the mixer.
Chop basil and add it to the bowl.
Mix the cooked vegetables with the mixture we have in the bowl.
In a baking dish (use baking paper or a splash of oil so that it doesn't stick), put the shortcrust pastry and prick it with a fork to make some holes in it.
When the dough is ready and punctured, we add the mixture we had in the prepared bowl.
Cut a tomato into slices and put it on top as decoration.
Put the mold with everything in the oven for half an hour at approximately 180°.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is 30 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 1 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
