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Zucchini Grilled Cheese:

Zucchini Grilled Cheese: Crispy, Cheesy, Low-Carb Goodness

A low-carb twist on a classic, this Zucchini Grilled Cheese combines fresh zucchini and melted cheddar for a guilt-free delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 2 cups Zucchini grated, drained
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch holds the shape
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Garlic Butter or regular butter/olive oil
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar or mozzarella/Havarti

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • box grater
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out moisture using cheesecloth or a clean towel.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the dried zucchini with egg, Parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add garlic butter.
  4. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties and cook in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Once browned, sprinkle shredded cheddar on one patty and place the other on top to create a sandwich.
  6. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the cheese melts, then cool for 60 seconds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use medium heat to ensure golden crust; avoid overcrowding the skillet for even cooking.

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