Baked Zucchini (Perfectly Seasoned!) A Couple Cooks from www.acouplecooks.com
Introduction
Zucchini is a type of summer squash that is both healthy and delicious. It is low in calories and high in fiber, and it can be used in a variety of recipes. Here are some easy and tasty recipes that you can try with zucchini.
Recipe 1: Zucchini Fritters
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated - 1 small onion, grated - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour - 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon of salt - 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper - 2 eggs, beaten - 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
1. Grate the zucchinis and onion and squeeze out the excess moisture. 2. Mix the grated zucchinis, onion, garlic, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. 3. Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and stir well. 4. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides. 6. Serve hot with sour cream or tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Calories: 157 - Fat: 9 g - Carbohydrates: 15 g - Fiber: 2 g - Protein: 5 g
Recipe 2: Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise - 1 pound of ground beef - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 can of crushed tomatoes - 1 teaspoon of dried oregano - 1 teaspoon of dried basil - 1/2 teaspoon of salt - 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper - 1 cup of ricotta cheese - 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese - 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. 2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened. 4. Add the can of crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir well. 5. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes. 6. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese together. 7. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the sliced zucchinis, meat sauce, and cheese mixture. 8. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up. 9. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese. 10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. 11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 25 minutes. 12. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 418 - Fat: 26 g - Carbohydrates: 10 g - Fiber: 2 g - Protein: 34 g
Recipe 3: Zucchini Bread
Ingredients
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon of baking powder - 1 teaspoon of baking soda - 1 teaspoon of salt - 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon - 3 eggs - 1 cup of vegetable oil - 2 1/4 cups of white sugar - 3 teaspoons of vanilla extract - 2 cups of grated zucchini - 1 cup of chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. 2. Grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans. 3. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon together. 4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract together. 5. Stir the grated zucchini into the egg mixture. 6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well. 7. Fold in the chopped walnuts (if using). 8. Divide the batter evenly between the two loaf pans. 9. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 10. Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pans.
Nutrition
- Calories: 295 - Fat: 14 g - Carbohydrates: 40 g - Fiber: 1 g - Protein: 4 g
Conclusion
Zucchini is a versatile and healthy ingredient that you can use in many different recipes. Whether you make fritters, lasagna, or bread, you can enjoy the delicious taste and nutritional benefits of this summer squash. Try these recipes and see how easy it is to incorporate zucchini into your meals.