Sformato di Zucchine

Sformato di Zucchine is a delightful Italian zucchini flan, offering a creamy texture and rich flavor that makes it a perfect lunch dish. This Paleo version uses wholesome ingredients to create a satisfying and guilt-free meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 300 grams, grated
• Eggs - 3 large
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the grated zucchini to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, remaining olive oil, nutritional yeast, almond flour, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper.
5. Stir the cooked zucchini mixture into the egg mixture until well combined.
6. Grease two small ramekins with olive oil and divide the zucchini mixture evenly between them.
7. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini.
• High in healthy fats from olive oil and almonds.

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