Zucchini Bread and Croutons
Zucchini bread is a popular way to use up excess zucchini during the summer harvest.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Zucchini Bread and Croutons
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
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Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
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In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
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Fold in the chopped walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the zucchini bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the croutons, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the bread slices into cubes.
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In a bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt.
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Spread the seasoned bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
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Serve the zucchini bread with the homemade croutons on top.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
