Veggie-Packed Damper Bread with Native Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

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Traditional Australian damper bread enriched with fresh native herbs and diced vegetables for a hearty, rustic loaf perfect for sharing. This Australian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs self-raising flour, salt, cold water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 Australian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups self-raising flour
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups cold water
1 medium, grated carrot
1 small, grated zucchini
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp, melted (for brushing) butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups self-raising flour and 1 tsp salt.
Step 2: Add 1 medium grated carrot, 1 small grated zucchini, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme to the flour mixture. Stir to distribute evenly.
Step 3: Make a well in the center and pour in 1 1/4 cups cold water and 2 tbsp olive oil. Mix with a spoon until a soft dough forms, then knead gently on a floured surface for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Step 4: Shape the dough into a round loaf about 8 inches in diameter and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5: Brush the top with 2 tbsp melted butter and score a cross lightly on the surface with a sharp knife.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the damper is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Let cool slightly before slicing.