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Zucchini Grilled Cheese
5 from 30 votes

Zucchini Grilled Cheese

Zucchini Grilled Cheese sandwiches use a baked zucchini 'bread' composed of grated and drained zucchini mixed with eggs, almond flour, Parmesan, and Italian herbs. The sandwiches are filled with slices of melting cheese such as mozzarella, cheddar, gouda, or Gruyère, grilled briefly until the cheese is melted and the zucchini crust is warmed.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 372 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 3 zucchini 600g - roughly 3 grated cups after squeezing
  • 2 egg large
  • ⅔ cup almond flour 67g
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese 30g, grated
  • 1 tablespoon italian herbs
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 7 oz / 200g mozzarella or cheddar or gouda or gruyere slices, grated

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 200C / 180 fan / 400F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Dimensions 30 x 23 x 2 cm.
  2. Grate the zucchini either in a food processor or by hand. Place into a muslin cloth or fine tea towel and squeeze out the water. Discard the water.
  3. Add the compressed zucchini to a mixing bowl along with the eggs, almond flour, parmesan, spices and seasoning. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  4. Press the zucchini mix into your baking tray so it is level and about ¼ inch thick.
  5. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until golden on top. Remove from the oven and tray and allow to cool slightly.
  6. Slice into 8 squares (4 bases and 4 tops). Place cheese in the middle of the base and grill for about 30 - 60 seconds or until melted. Top with the other slice and serve. Option to pop the top on and grill that too for about 30 seconds to warm through but careful not to burn it.

Notes

  • Remove as much water as possible from grated zucchini to ensure a firm 'bread' texture.
  • Use cheese slices that melt well, such as mozzarella, cheddar, gouda, or gruyère, for best results.
  • The recipe yields four sandwiches with about 9 grams net carbs each.
  • Store the zucchini "bread" in the refrigerator for up to three days; melt the cheese fresh before serving for optimal texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 372kcal (19%) Total Carbohydrates 10.5g (4%) Protein 23.9g (48%) Fat 27.3g (42%) Saturated Fat 11.6g (58%) Fiber 3.6g (14%) Sugar 5.8g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 372

% Daily Value*

Calories 372kcal 19%
Total Carbohydrates 10.5g 4%
Protein 23.9g 48%
Fat 27.3g 42%
Saturated Fat 11.6g 58%
Fiber 3.6g 14%
Sugar 5.8g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.