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Zucchini Grilled Cheese

Crispy Zucchini Grilled Cheese - A Guilt-Free Comfort Bite

Enjoy a delicious twist on grilled cheese with zucchini in this guilt-free comfort food.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini Base
  • 2 cups grated zucchini Squeeze out moisture thoroughly to avoid sogginess.
  • 1 large egg Can be replaced with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 0.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan Pecorino Romano may work as an alternative.
  • 0.25 cups cornstarch Can use almond flour for a gluten-free option.
  • salt and pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons fresh churned garlic butter Regular unsalted butter can be used, or consider olive oil for a dairy-free option.
For the Filling
  • 1-2 cups shredded Cheddar Mozzarella or Havarti could substitute for different flavor profiles.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Cheesecloth or Clean Kitchen Towel
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by grating 2 cups of zucchini, then place it in a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible, ensuring that the zucchini is dry to avoid sogginess.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the dried zucchini with one large egg, half a cup of freshly grated Parmesan, and a quarter cup of cornstarch. Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste, and stir until the mixture forms a dough-like texture.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of fresh churned garlic butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and sizzling, form the zucchini mixture into two patties and gently place them in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
  4. After cooking the zucchini patties, place 1 to 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese on top of one patty. Carefully cover it with the second cooked patty to create a sandwich. Return the assembled Zucchini Grilled Cheese to the skillet and cook for an additional 3 minutes on medium heat until the cheese is completely melted and gooey.
  5. Once the cheese has melted, carefully remove your Zucchini Grilled Cheese from the pan. Allow it to cool for about 60 seconds before slicing it in half to reveal the deliciously melty center. Serve it warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy this low-carb treat alongside a light salad or paired with a warm bowl of tomato soup for the ultimate comfort pairing.

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