šŸ„’ Crispy Vegan Zucchini Bake ā€“ Cheesy, Golden, and 100% Plant-Based

This crispy zucchini bake is that cozy, cheesy dish you didnā€™t know you needed. Itā€™s kind of like a cross between a savory pancake and a veggie-packed fritterā€”but baked to golden perfection. Made with shredded zucchini, carrot, onion, a simple vegan batter, and topped with melty dairy-free cheddar, itā€™s the kind of thing that disappears fast. Even picky eaters (yes, even those skeptical of vegetables) keep coming back for seconds!

Perfect as a light dinner, a side dish, or even a satisfying snack. šŸ’š

ā±ļø Prep Time:

10 minutes
Serves: 4
Calories: ~220 per serving (depending on cheese brand)

šŸ„• Ingredients:

  • 50g carrot, peeled and grated
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped (about 50g)
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water (flax egg replacement)
  • 100ml plant-based milk (soy, oat, or almond all work)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 100g (about 2/3 cup) all-purpose flour (can sub gluten-free if needed)
  • Vegan cheddar cheese, shredded (as much as your heart desires!)

šŸ”Ŗ Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven toĀ 180Ā°C (350Ā°F)Ā and lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed and water to make your flax egg. Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, carrot, and onion.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the plant milk, flax egg, salt, and pepper.
  5. Slowly stir the flour into the wet mixture until just combined. No need to overmix!
  6. Pour the batter over your veggie mix and stir everything together until fully coated.
  7. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with a generous layer of vegan cheddar on top.
  8. Bake forĀ 25ā€“30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let it cool slightly, slice into squares, and dig in while itā€™s warm and melty!

šŸŒ± Tips & Variations:

  • Add a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • Throw in some chopped herbs like parsley or chives for a fresh kick.
  • Want it even crispier? Pop it under the broiler for the last 2 minutes.