If you're looking for a simple and delicious way to serve zucchini, try making zucchini cake sliders. These sliders are a great appetizer for any party or get-together and are always a hit with kids and adults alike. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have these sliders ready in no time. Plus, they're a great way to use up any extra zucchini you may have on hand.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ZUCCHINI CAPRESE SLIDERS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 12 sliders
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan or grill over medium heat.
- Slice each zucchini on the diagonal into 12 slices (24 slices total). Brush one side of each zucchini slice with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Working in 2 batches, place them oil-side down on the grill pan and cook for 2 minutes. Flip each slice and continue grilling until they have grill marks but are still somewhat firm, about 1 minute. Set aside to cool.
- Slice the mozzarella into 6 slices, then cut each slice in half. Slice each tomato into 6 slices crosswise (12 slices total).
- To make the dressing: Combine the mayonnaise, pesto and vinegar in a small bowl and stir together until well combined.
- To assemble the sliders: Top a slice of grilled zucchini with 1 teaspoon of the dressing. Arrange one of the half-slices of mozzarella on the dressed zucchini slice so that it fits the zucchini. Arrange a slice of tomato on top, followed by a basil leaf. Spread a teaspoon of the dressing on a new slice of zucchini and top the stack as if building a sandwich. Secure the slider with a toothpick. Repeat with the remaining ingredients until you have 12 sliders.
- Arrange the sliders on a platter, drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish the platter with more basil.
EASY ZUCCHINI CAKE SLIDERS
Vegetarian adaptation after eating some delicious crab cake sliders at the Pier. Top sliders with thinly sliced lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado. I usually do 2 sliders per person with a side of coleslaw or sweet potato fries to share.
Provided by pekoeworks
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard together in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set sauce aside at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Saute onion in a small nonstick skillet until soft, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine zucchini and onion in a large bowl. Add egg whites, bread crumbs, and matzo meal. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix well. Wet hands and pinch off golf ball-sized pieces. Flatten into small patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add patties and cover the skillet. Cook until golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Uncover and flip the patties over. Pan-fry until the other side is also golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove using a spatula and dab with paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Put a small spoonful of sauce over the bottom half of each roll. Place patties on top. Cover with top halves of the rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 526 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
EASY ZUCCHINI CAKES
Very tasty way to use up those extra zucchini. Don't skip the fresh parsley, it really adds to the flavor. They taste just like crab cakes.
Provided by Renee
Categories Fried Zucchini
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine zucchini, 1 cup bread crumbs, onion, eggs, butter, parsley, and seafood seasoning in a bowl; mix until well combined.
- Form mixture into 4 round cakes. Pat remaining bread crumbs onto both sides of the cakes and transfer to a sheet of waxed paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chilled zucchini cakes until browned, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 974.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
ZUCCHINI CAKE
This recipe came from my mother, whom I still proclaim as one of the best cooks in the country! Every time I serve it, it brings back memories of all the good old-fashioned cakes she lovingly prepared.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, mix oil, eggs and vanilla; add to flour mixture and beat. Add zucchini; mix well. Fold in nuts. Pour into three well-greased 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 325° for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter; blend in sugar and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Frost between layers and top and sides of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 931 calories, Fat 49g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 117g carbohydrate (87g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
EASY ZUCCHINI FRITTERS
These fritters are unbelievably easy to make, low in calories, and the perfect way to sneak in some veggies!
Provided by Amy Gonzalez
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Fried Zucchini Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toss zucchini and salt together in a large colander and place in sink to drain for 10 minutes.
- Put zucchini in the middle of a piece of cheesecloth; wrap cheesecloth around zucchini and squeeze to drain as much moisture from zucchini as possible.
- Mix flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, kosher salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Stir in zucchini.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop batter by the tablespoon into the hot skillet and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 792.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
Tips:
- For a sweeter cake, add an extra 1/2 cup of sugar to the batter.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Grate the zucchini on the large holes of a box grater. This will help it cook evenly.
- Be sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the batter. This will help prevent the cake from being too wet.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will usually take about 30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
- For a fun twist, try using different types of frosting on the cake. Cream cheese frosting, chocolate ganache, or even a simple glaze would all be delicious.
Conclusion:
Zucchini cake sliders are a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or picnics. With their sweet and tangy flavor, these sliders are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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