Description
Zucchini Grilled Cheese is a delightful and nutritious twist on the classic sandwich, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a low-carb meal without compromising on flavor. This recipe features crispy garlic butter zucchini patties loaded with melted cheddar cheese, making it an irresistible choice for lunch or a quick snack. With its unique texture and savory taste, this dish can be enjoyed as a light meal or a satisfying appetizer. Ideal for health-conscious individuals and cheese lovers alike, Zucchini Grilled Cheese is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh churned garlic butter
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Squeeze moisture from the grated zucchini using a cheesecloth or kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dry zucchini, egg, Parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and pepper; mix until dough-like.
- Heat garlic butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Shape the mixture into patties and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing cheddar cheese on one patty and topping with another patty; cook until the cheese melts (about 3 minutes).
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg