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Zucchini Grilled Cheese

If you’re partial to a good grilled cheese, then this zucchini grilled cheese sandwich is a must-make! Instead of bread, we're using a zucchini and egg combination slice that’s super tasty. Sandwiched in between is melted cheese. Yum and healthy at the same time.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 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 eggs large
  • ⅔ cup almond flour 67g
  • ½ cup grated parmesan 30g
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Herbs
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 7 oz / 200g grated mozzarella or cheddar / gouda / gruyere slices

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

  • 9g net carbs per grilled cheese sandwich. Makes 4 sandwiches. 
  • Make sure you squeeze out as much water as possible. This will make the ‘bread’ nice and firm.
  • Cheese slices work best for the middle. Mozzarella, cheddar and gruyere all melt well.
  • Storage: The zucchini "bread" can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Best to melt the cheese fresh.

Nutrition Information

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

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.