Homemade Zucchini and Carrot Bars Recipe
Delicious and nutritious homemade zucchini and carrot bars, perfect as a healthy breakfast or a savory snack. These bars combine grated zucchini, carrot, shallots, eggs, cheese, and almond flour, baked to a golden set texture that’s easy to slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 bars
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
Main Ingredients
- 3 eggs, lightly whisked
- 1/3 cup grated cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley (optional)
- 1 tablespoon almond flour (can substitute with all purpose flour)
Other
- Olive oil, about 1 tablespoon for cooking
- Butter or ghee, for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the grated zucchini, grated carrot, and finely chopped shallots. Cook them, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened but not browned.
- Cool the mixture: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cooked vegetables to cool for a few minutes so they do not scramble the eggs in the next step.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooled vegetables with the lightly whisked eggs, grated cheese, optional chopped parsley, and almond flour. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are well blended.
- Prepare the baking pan: Lightly grease a square baking pan with butter or ghee to prevent sticking. Pour in the mixture and use a spatula to smooth the surface evenly.
- Bake the bars: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the mixture for about 12 minutes, or until the bars are set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and slice: Remove the baking pan from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into bars of your preferred size and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour with all-purpose flour for a different texture.
- Adding finely chopped parsley is optional but adds freshness and color.
- These bars are best served warm or at room temperature.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste if desired.
