Zucchini Slice
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8 slices
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Calories
267 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
Australian
Zucchini Slice
Description
This Zucchini Slice incorporates shredded zucchini that is salted and drained to remove excess moisture before mixing with crispy bacon and softened onion sautéed in butter. Eggs and cheddar cheese add richness and binding, while self-rising flour provides structure to the batter. The addition of olive oil contributes to moistness. Once combined, the mixture is baked in a rectangular dish until cooked through and firm to the touch.
The finished slice has a moist but stable texture with a golden surface, combining savory flavors of bacon, onion, and cheese with the fresh, subtle taste of zucchini. It can be sliced into squares for serving and works well as a brunch dish, light dinner, or packed lunch component.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp butter $0.14
- 2 trips Bacon $0.52
- 1 yellow onion $0.37
- 5 large egg $1.24
- 1 cup cheddar cheese $1.25, shredded
- 1 cup self-rising flour $0.14
- 1/4 cup olive oil $0.64
- 3/4 lb. zucchini $1.27, shredded, 2 cups
- 1 pinch salt $0.03
- 1 pinch black pepper $0.03
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a large rectangular baking dish (11x7-inch) with parchment paper. Finely dice the onion and finely chop the bacon.
- Heat the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and onion and cook, stirring regularly, until the onion softens and the bacon is golden. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Grate zucchini into a colander and sprinkle a little salt on top. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the bacon, onion, eggs, cheese, flour, and oil. Stir well to combine.
- Using your hands, squeeze excess moisture out of the zucchini into the sink, then place into the mixing bowl and stir to combine—season with a little salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until cooked through and firm to touch. Allow to cool, then cut into squares to serve.
Notes
- If self-rising flour is unavailable, use 1 cup of plain flour plus 2 teaspoons of baking powder as a substitute.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 267 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 267kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Sodium | 194mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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