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Vegetarian Zucchini Slice

Savory Vegetarian Zucchini Slice for Quick Healthy Meals

This Vegetarian Zucchini Slice is a nutritious and delicious snack, customizable with your favorite ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium Zucchini Grated and moisture squeezed out
  • 1 cup Self-Raising Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped, can use red or green onions
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for binding
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or feta
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Olive oil for richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Can substitute with basil or thyme
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots For added sweetness and color
  • to taste Herbs (Dill or Chives) Experiment to find your favorite combination

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Box Grater
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel.
  3. In a bowl, mix self-raising flour, salt, pepper, and onion until combined. Stir in shredded cheese.
  4. Fold the grated zucchini into the dry ingredients until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and parsley together, then add into the dry mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into the baking dish, smoothing the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
  7. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice into squares or wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Be sure to squeeze out moisture from the zucchini to avoid sogginess. Customize with various herbs and cheeses for variety.

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