Mango Sweet Potato Egg Bake (Printable version)

Creamy sweet potatoes, fresh mango, and fluffy eggs enjoy a unique tropical bake, ideal for breakfast or brunch.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables & Fruits

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
03 - 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)

→ Eggs & Dairy

04 - 6 large eggs
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk or unsweetened dairy-free alternative
06 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or feta cheese (optional)

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Oils & Garnishes

11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter, for greasing
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

# Steps to follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine diced sweet potatoes and red onion with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Evenly distribute the mixture in the baking dish.
03 - Bake the sweet potato and onion mixture for 20 minutes, until just beginning to soften.
04 - Remove baking dish from oven and sprinkle diced mango evenly across the vegetables.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. If using, incorporate the shredded cheese.
06 - Pour the whisked egg mixture over the vegetables and mango. Return dish to oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
07 - Remove dish from oven. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then add chopped cilantro or parsley before slicing and serving warm.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Uses wholesome fruits and vegetables that are easy to find almost any time of year
  • Prep is low effort and the oven does most of the work
  • Vegetarian and gluten free so everyone at the table can enjoy
  • Perfect for meal prep with leftovers that taste great warmed up
02 -
  • High in vitamins and fiber from both sweet potatoes and mango
  • Great for make ahead brunches or weekday breakfasts
  • Easy to adapt for dairy free or cheese free diets
03 -
  • Roast the vegetables and onion just until starting to caramelize. This deepens the flavor rather than leaving the sweet potatoes too firm
  • Always let the bake rest before slicing so it holds together and flavors meld
  • Use a glass baking dish for even cooking and less sticking if possible

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