Description
Enjoy a savory and nutritious Zucchini and Bacon Slice, perfect for meal prep or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Zucchini, grated (Drain thoroughly to avoid sogginess)
- 1 cup Carrot, grated (Can be substituted with other vegetables)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Adjust based on preference)
- 1 medium Brown/Yellow Onion, diced
- 4 slices Bacon, chopped (Substitute with ham or omit for a vegetarian version)
- 1 cup Red Capsicum/Bell Pepper, chopped (Any color works well)
- 3 large Eggs, whisked
- 1/2 cup Milk (Can be replaced with non-dairy alternatives)
- 1 cup Self-Raising Flour (Use plain flour with baking powder if unavailable)
- 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese (Use any type of cheese for a twist)
- to taste Salt and Pepper (Adjust to personal preference)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9×9 inch square baking dish with baking paper.
- Grate zucchini and carrot, sprinkle with salt, and set aside to drain for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a pan, cook onion and bacon until onion is translucent and bacon is crispy (5-7 minutes).
- Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini and carrot, then combine in a mixing bowl with bacon, onion, capsicum, cheese, and flour.
- Add whisked eggs, milk, and remaining olive oil to the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the baking tray, smooth the top, and sprinkle extra cheese over it.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until firm and golden brown. Keep an eye on it towards the end.
- Allow the slice to cool for about 10 minutes before removing from the pan and cutting into squares.
Notes
- This recipe is versatile; feel free to add other vegetables.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish can be served warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Zucchini Bacon Slice, savory meal prep, quick snack, healthy recipe