Name: Gluten-free zucchini slice recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 5 eggs; 82.50 ml cottage cheese; 62.50 ml vegetable oil; 250.00 ml gluten-free self-raising flour; 400g zucchini, grated, squeezed of excess moisture; 1 brown onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 2 middle bacon rashers, finely chopped; 250.00 ml grated cheese

by Greer Worsley Last updated on 12/09/2024

When it comes to lunch box snacks, it’s hard to go past the humble zucchini slice. A recipe passed down through the generations, the zucchini slice is just one we keep coming back to. Sure, it’s mostly healthy and easy to make, but the thing we really love is that it’s also completely delicious and sure to keep every single member of the family satisfied. We love zucchini slice so much that we think it should be available to as many people as possible, so this is our recipe specifically for our gluten-free friends.

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How to make gluten-free zucchini slice: key tips

The biggest tip we have when it comes to our gluten-free zucchini slice recipe is to squeeze out the water from the zucchini after grating. This will stop your slice getting soggy. Other than this, this recipe is fairly straightforward.

What goes into our gluten-free zucchini slice recipe?

The big substitute in this recipe — making it gluten free — is the gluten-free flour. You should be able to get this at the supermarket without too much hassle. This recipe also includes bacon, but if you’re looking for a vegetarian alternative, you can of course just leave it out.

Recipe and photo by Greer Worsley with additional notes by the Australia’s Best Recipes team.

- Australia's Best Recipes Team

Ingredients

5 eggs
1/3 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup gluten-free self-raising flour
400g zucchini, grated, squeezed of excess moisture
1 brown onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 middle bacon rashers, finely chopped
1 cup grated cheese

Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 175°C. Line an 18cm x 28cm slice tin with baking paper.
Step 2

Whisk eggs, cottage cheese and oil together in a large bowl. Whisk in gluten free flour. Fold through zucchini, onion, garlic, bacon and cheese. Season well with salt and pepper.
Step 3

Pour into prepared tin and level top. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set and golden.
Step 4

Allow to cool slightly in the tin, then slice into squares and serve.

Recipe Notes

from Australia’s Best Recipes team

Can I make this gluten-free zucchini slice recipe vegetarian?

You absolutely can. Just omit the bacon for a vegetarian version of this gluten-free zucchini slice.

How long can I store this gluten-free zucchini slice in the fridge?

This slice can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. It reheats really well in the oven or microwave, so you can plan ahead. It’s especially delicious seared in a frying pan to make the edges crispy.