Easy Zucchini Slices (baby-friendly)
These easy-to-prepare zucchini slices are great for lunch, breakfast or as a snack. Full of goodness and nutrients, serve them with some fruits or yogurt on the side. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini (2 cups when grated)
- 1 onion
- 4 eggs
- 2-3 green onions
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (NOT for babies under 12 months)
Instructions
- Grate the zucchinis. Wrap the shredded zucchini in a tea towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much water as possible.
- Dice the onion, cut the green onions into slices and chop the fresh parsley.
- In a bowl, add the zucchini, onions, Greek yogurt, parsley and eggs. Mix everything well.
- Add the baking powder and flour. Incorporate using a spatula.
- Add the grated cheese to the batter and mix.
- In a glassware or baking tray 9x13'' add ¼ cup of the olive oil and spread around. Add the zucchini batter. Add the remaining ¼ of oil on top and spread it evenly.
- Bake in a preheated oven to 350℉ / 180℃ for 50 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Notes
- You could use cheddar, or mozzarella, or Swiss or feta cheese.
- For toddlers and older kids, you could add a teaspoon of salt and some ground black pepper for flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 177mgPotassium: 134mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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