Zucchini and Turkey Slice
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Zucchini and Turkey Slice! This savory dish combines the fresh taste of zucchini and grated carrots with lean turkey, making it a nutritious choice for any meal—breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its cheesy flavor and satisfying texture, it’s perfect for kids’ lunch boxes or as a quick weeknight dinner option. Easy to prepare ahead of time, you can enjoy it warm or cold. Whether served alongside a fresh salad or packed in wraps, this delightful slice is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Zucchini, grated
- 1 Carrot, grated
- 1/2 Red Capsicum/Bell Pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Brown Onion, diced
- 2 Turkey Bacon Slices, diced
- 5 Eggs, lightly whisked
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 cup Self-Raising Flour
- 1 1/4 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180C (350F) and line a square baking dish (9 x 9 in).
- Grate zucchini and carrot into a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In a frying pan over medium heat, sauté the onion and turkey bacon in olive oil until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly.
- Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini and carrot. In a large bowl, combine them with bell pepper, cooked onion and turkey bacon, cheddar cheese (reserve some for topping), flour, eggs, milk, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle reserved cheese on top and bake for 35-40 minutes or until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 255mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 143mg