Description
A quick and healthy savory slice loaded with grated zucchini, carrot, and crispy turkey bacon. Perfect hot or cold for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
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1 medium zucchini, grated
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1 medium carrot, grated
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½ red capsicum, diced
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1 small onion, diced
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4 slices turkey or beef bacon, chopped
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (+ extra for topping)
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1 cup self-raising flour (or 1 cup plain flour + 2 tsp baking powder)
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4 large eggs
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¼ cup milk
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Line or grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
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Grate zucchini and carrot. Salt and set aside for 10 mins.
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Sauté bacon and onion in olive oil until golden. Let cool slightly.
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Wring out moisture from zucchini and carrot.
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Mix veggies, bacon, capsicum, cheese, flour, eggs, milk, oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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Pour mixture into dish. Top with extra cheese.
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Bake 35–40 mins until golden and firm.
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Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Be sure to wring out grated zucchini to avoid soggy texture.
- Add extra veggies like corn or mushrooms for variety.
- Keeps well in the fridge or freezer for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Savory slice / Meal prep
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian-inspired