Description
This Guilt-Free Zucchini Bake is a wholesome and delicious dish, perfect for light lunches or as a side at dinner. Packed with nutrients and flavor, it highlights the best of summer’s zucchini in a light yet satisfying way.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g zucchini
- grated
- 3 egg whites
- 100 g low-fat mozzarella cheese
- shredded
- 50 g whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 clove garlic
- minced
- 1 small onion
- finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, egg whites, shredded mozzarella cheese, whole wheat breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined and pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the zucchini is cooked through.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped fresh herbs or a sprinkle of chili flakes for a kick. This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side dish / Light main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy / Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Keywords: Guilt-Free Zucchini Bake, healthy zucchini recipes, low-fat recipes, summer vegetables