Description
This Zucchini Grilled Cheese recipe is a delicious twist on the classic favorite, featuring a crispy exterior with cheesy goodness inside. The addition of garlic butter elevates the flavors to create a truly irresistible dish.
Ingredients
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Zucchini Patty:
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly:
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Churned Garlic Butter
- 1–2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Squeeze Moisture from Zucchini: Use a cheesecloth or kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini.
- Prepare Zucchini Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the dry zucchini with egg, Parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix until a dough-like texture forms.
- Cook Zucchini Patty: Heat garlic butter in a skillet. Form two patties with the zucchini mixture and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- Assemble Grilled Cheese: Top one patty with shredded Cheddar, then place the second patty on top to create a sandwich. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Serve: Remove from the pan, allow to cool briefly, then slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Zucchini Grilled Cheese, Garlic Butter, Vegetarian, Sandwich, Cheese, Zucchini Recipe
