Low Fat Zucchini Slice

Light, healthy, and full of fresh vegetables, this Low Fat Zucchini Slice is the ultimate guilt-free comfort food. Perfect for meal prep or a quick family meal, this recipe combines 500 grams of grated zucchini with nutrient-packed carrots, red bell pepper, and green onions for a veggie-filled twist. Wholesome whole wheat flour, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic add robust flavor without excess calories, while the fluffy texture comes together effortlessly with just four eggs. Ready in under an hour, this low-fat, high-fiber dish is baked to golden perfection and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Easy to customize and naturally gluten-free with a simple flour swap, this zucchini slice is an excellent choice for lunchboxes, light dinners, or potluck gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams zucchini
• 4 large eggs
• 75 grams whole wheat flour
• 100 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 stalks green onions (spring onions)
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 spray extra virgin olive oil spray
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a rectangular baking dish (approximately 20x30 cm / 8x12 inches) with baking paper.

Step 2

Use a box grater to grate the zucchini and carrot. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out the excess moisture. Set aside.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the green onions and garlic.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add the whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper, then whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Stir in the reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated carrot, diced red bell pepper, chopped green onions, minced garlic, and squeezed zucchini. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Spray the prepared baking dish with olive oil spray to lightly grease it. Pour the zucchini mixture into the dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the slice is set and golden on top.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the zucchini slice to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into pieces.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1077.2

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 815.4mg	0%
Sodium 7356.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.4g
Protein 67.2g	0%

Vitamin D 185.4IU	0%
Calcium 967.4mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2177.4mg	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: 35.5%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 40.4%