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Zucchini Scarpaccia

Savory Zucchini Scarpaccia: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Zucchini Scarpaccia, a beloved gem from Emilia-Romagna, is a quick and adaptable dish perfect for every meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 medium Zucchini Can substitute with grated carrots or a mix of zucchini and yellow squash.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, swap with a blend of rice flour and chickpea flour.
  • 3 large Eggs Can substitute with a flax-seed 'egg' (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Whole-Milk Ricotta Replace with silken tofu blended with lemon juice for vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper bite.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can omit for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Basil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For Serving
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Drizzle on top for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Parmesan For sprinkling before serving.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint For garnish, can swap with basil.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • box grater
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • kitchen towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and trim the zucchini, then grate it into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. After 10 minutes, squeeze the grated zucchini in kitchen towels or cheesecloth to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, eggs, ricotta, garlic, mint, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  4. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil until shimmering.
  5. Pour the batter into the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until edges are golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Transfer to a plate, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with extra Parmesan, and garnish with fresh mint before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure zucchini is well-dried for crispy texture. Skillet needs to be hot for golden crust.

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