Lucy's Zucchini Slice

Bursting with fresh vegetables, savory bacon, and creamy cheddar cheese, Lucy's Zucchini Slice is the ultimate one-pan wonder for busy weeknights or meal prep. Packed with 500 grams of grated zucchini and a hint of sweetness from carrot, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with just the right amount of indulgence. Lightly fried bacon adds a smoky depth, while self-raising flour and five eggs create a fluffy, perfectly set base. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this dish bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, making it an irresistible grab-and-go snack, hearty lunch, or light dinner. Serve warm or enjoy chilled—this versatile zucchini slice guarantees a delicious way to pack in your veggies! Perfect for family meals or entertaining, it’s a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams zucchini
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 small onion
• 150 grams self-raising flour
• 100 grams cheddar cheese
• 100 grams bacon
• 5 large eggs
• 60 ml olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a rectangular baking dish (approximately 30cm x 20cm) with baking paper.

Step 2

Grate the zucchini and place it in a colander. Sprinkle it lightly with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then, use your hands or a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out as much excess water as possible.

Step 3

Grate the carrot and finely dice the onion.

Step 4

Dice the bacon into small pieces and lightly fry it in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until just cooked. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, carrot, diced onion, cooked bacon, self-raising flour, and grated cheddar cheese. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together with the olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture into the large bowl with the vegetables and stir until evenly combined.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the slice is set in the center.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow it to cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. This zucchini slice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and enjoyed cold or reheated.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1331.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2491.6

Total Fat 144.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 1100.1mg	0%
Sodium 9924.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 43.4g
Protein 104.8g	0%

Vitamin D 221IU	0%
Calcium 651.2mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2673.3mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 29.8%