Best 2 Zucchini Grinders Recipes

If you're looking for a delicious way to use up your garden-fresh zucchini, look no further than zucchini grinders. This versatile dish is easy to make and can be served as a side dish, main course, or even a snack. Zucchini grinders are made by combining grated zucchini with other ingredients, such as eggs, breadcrumbs, cheese, and seasonings. The mixture is then formed into patties and cooked until golden brown. The result is a crispy and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FABULOUS ZUCCHINI GRINDERS

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I made this up one day out of things I had on hand, and it turned out to be one of my favorite sandwiches ever. Sauteed zucchini pieces are coated with a zesty marinara sauce and topped with a generous helping of mozzarella cheese. These baked sandwiches are a great vegetarian version of the Italian grinder. They can also be made ahead of time, and heated just before serving.

Provided by your mom

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
2 medium zucchini, cubed
1 pinch red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
4 (6 inch) French or Italian sandwich rolls, split

Steps:

To make marinara sauce, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat (see Cook's Note). Add garlic, basil and red pepper flakes; cook and stir for a minute or two until fragrant. Stir in sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour in tomatoes with their juices and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and puree until smooth in food processor or blender.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the zucchini in butter until browned and slightly tender. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Spoon a generous amount of the zucchini mixture into each sandwich roll. Cover zucchini with about 1/4 cup marinara sauce per roll. Top with a handful of shredded mozzarella. Close the rolls, and wrap individually in aluminum foil.
Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until bread is heated through, rolls are soft, and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 729.4 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

ZUCCHINI GRINDERS

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I LOVE this recipe. I have a crazy weakness for zucchini and was trying to find a simple DIFFERENT warm "sandwich." You can have it meatless or my fav is adding in layer of pepperoni (because my father accidentally got turkey pepperoni so I had to use them somehow). Feel free to try various sauces, different vegetables added...

Provided by Brandi Kirkpatrick

Categories Sandwiches

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium zucchini, cubed
1-2 tespoons minced garlic
1 green pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup marinara sauce (i use classico)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 package sliced pepperoni (optional)
4 (6 inch) french or italian sandwich rolls, split

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute the zucchini, pepper, onion, and garlic until slightly tender. Season with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, and stir in the marinara sauce. Cook and stir until sauce is heated.
3. Place a small amount of mozzarella cheese into the bottom of each roll. Top with a layer of pepperonis and a generous amount of the zucchini mixture. Top with more mozzarella cheese. Wrap each roll in aluminum foil.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until bread is warm and cheese is melted.

Tips:

Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid zucchini that are large, soft, or have bruises or blemishes.
Wash the zucchini thoroughly. Scrub the zucchini with a vegetable brush under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
Trim the zucchini ends. Cut off the stem end and blossom end of the zucchini.
Grate the zucchini. Use a box grater or a food processor fitted with a grating blade to grate the zucchini. You can grate the zucchini coarsely or finely, depending on your preference.
Drain the zucchini. Place the grated zucchini in a colander and let it drain for 10-15 minutes. This will help to remove excess moisture from the zucchini.
Use the zucchini in your favorite recipes. Grated zucchini can be used in a variety of recipes, including zucchini bread, muffins, pancakes, waffles, fritters, and casseroles. It can also be added to soups, stews, and salads.

Conclusion:

Zucchini grinders are a versatile kitchen tool that can be used to make a variety of delicious and healthy dishes. With a few simple tips, you can use your zucchini grinder to create everything from zucchini bread to zucchini fritters. So next time you have a surplus of zucchini, don't let it go to waste. Instead, use your zucchini grinder to make a delicious and nutritious meal.