Description
Zucchini Grilled Cheese is a delectable and healthy twist on the beloved classic sandwich. Featuring crispy garlic butter zucchini patties layered with gooey melted cheddar cheese, this low-carb dish is perfect for lunch or a quick snack. Whether you’re on a keto diet or just aiming to enjoy more veggies, this recipe delivers satisfying flavors and textures that everyone will adore. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this delightful sandwich that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh churned garlic butter
- 1 to 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Squeeze excess moisture from grated zucchini using cheesecloth or a kitchen towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained zucchini with the egg, Parmesan cheese, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix until a dough-like consistency forms.
- Heat garlic butter in a skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Shape half of the mixture into a patty and place it in the skillet. Repeat for the second patty.
- Cook each patty for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Layer shredded cheddar on one patty, top with the second patty, and cook for an additional 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 110mg