Courgette Tomato Sticky Tray with Farinata
Courgette Tomato Sticky Tray with Farinata
This is an effortless dinner that truly delivers. If you haven’t tried farinata yet, get some gram (chickpea) flour and make this Italian classic! The tray of roasted courgettes and tomatoes creates its own sticky sauce, which is perfect for drizzling over the farinata. Sweet, rich, and very delicious!
Serves: 2 | Gluten-Free
Ingredients:
For the Farinata:
120g gram (chickpea) flour
420ml water
1/2 tsp salt
Thyme or rosemary leaves
3 tbsp olive oil
For the Tray of Vegetables:
360g cherry tomatoes on the vine
2 medium courgettes, roughly sliced
3 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Farinata Batter: In a large bowl, mix the gram flour, water, and salt. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the water fully.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil to an ovenproof 9-inch frying pan and place it in the oven to heat up.
Cook the Farinata: Once the oil is hot, carefully remove the frying pan from the oven. Pour in the batter, scatter over the herbs, sprinkle with pepper, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place on the top shelf of the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Vegetables: While the farinata bakes, add the cherry tomatoes and sliced courgettes to a 9-inch baking tray. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place in the middle of the oven. Roast for 30 minutes until the vegetables are golden brown and sticky.
Finish the Farinata: After the initial 30 minutes, remove the vegetable tray from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 220°C (430°F) to get the farinata crispy. Bake the farinata for an additional 5 minutes until golden and slightly crisp on the edges.
Serve: Carefully remove the farinata from the oven, slice it up, and serve with the roasted courgettes and tomatoes on top. Drizzle any remaining sauce from the vegetable tray over the farinata for extra flavour.
Enjoy This Italian-Inspired Dish!
This Courgette Tomato Sticky Tray with Farinata is a simple yet flavourful gluten-free dinner. The roasted veg adds a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the herb-infused chickpea base. Perfect for any night of the week—try it and let me know how you like it!