Zucchini Grilled Cheese
Zucchini Grilled Cheese is an innovative and satisfying twist on the classic sandwich. Featuring crispy garlic butter zucchini patties paired with melted cheddar cheese, this low-carb delight is perfect for lunch or a quick snack. With its rich flavor and delightful texture, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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 garlic butter
- 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Squeeze excess moisture from the grated zucchini using a kitchen towel for crispy patties.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini with the egg, Parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until a dough-like texture forms.
- Heat garlic butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Form two patties with half of the mixture and cook each for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- On one patty, add shredded cheddar cheese, then top with the second patty. Cook for another 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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