Low Fat Lemon Zucchini Bread

Bright, zesty, and moist, this Low Fat Lemon Zucchini Bread is a wholesome treat that perfectly balances indulgence with healthy eating. Made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour, this recipe uses unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, and freshly grated zucchini for a moist texture while keeping fat and sugar to a minimum. The addition of fresh lemon juice and zest infuses each bite with a refreshing citrus flavor, complemented by a subtle hint of cinnamon. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert. Plus, it's an excellent way to use up summer zucchini! Whether enjoyed plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this guilt-free lemon zucchini bread is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cups Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoons Lemon zest
• 1.5 cups Grated zucchini (excess water squeezed out)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0 Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until well combined. Add the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the grated zucchini, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, optionally dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1598.7

Total Fat 14.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 378.1mg	0%
Sodium 2009.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 321.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 128.9g
Protein 49.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 259.9mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1690.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.1%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 79.6%