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zucchini slice topped with sunflower seeds and chives on a small plate.
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Zucchini Slice

The zucchini slice or crustless zucchini pie is incredibly delicious and perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: German
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 495kcal
Author: Adina

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 10.5 oz zucchini Note 1
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2.5 oz lean bacon fine cubes
  • 1 cup grated cheese Gouda, Cheddar
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F/ 180°C. Grease the ceramic quiche dish with a bit of oil.
  • Grate the zucchini. Finely chop the onion and grate the garlic. Grate the cheese.
    10.5 oz zucchini + 1 medium onion + 1 garlic clove + 2.5 oz lean bacon + 1 cup grated cheese
  • Combine: Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Add the grated zucchini, onion, garlic, bacon, cheese, flour, baking powder, oil, chives, salt, and pepper. Stir well. The batter will be thick.
    3 eggs + ¾ cup all-purpose flour + 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder + ⅓ cup vegetable oil + 2 tablespoons chopped chives + ½ teaspoon fine sea salt + ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for about 30-35 minutes until the eggs are set, and the pie is golden brown.

Notes

Zucchini: If your zucchini is very large (overgrown), remove the seeds with a spoon; otherwise, the mixture will be too watery.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of the pie | Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 192mg | Sodium: 1065mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g