Description
A light and flavorful pie made with grated zucchini, fresh spinach, and a blend of cheeses, perfect for brunch or as a main dish. It’s healthy, satisfying, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (or thawed and drained frozen spinach)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing the dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter.
- Grate the zucchinis, squeeze out excess moisture with a kitchen towel, and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil, sauté onion and garlic until soft, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, feta, Parmesan, olive oil, flour, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in zucchini and sautéed vegetables.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added flavor, include fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
- A sprinkle of breadcrumbs or more Parmesan on top before baking adds a nice crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg