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Home » Blog » Recipes » Easy Zucchini Slice with Bacon

Published: Jun 23, 2022 Last Updated: Jun 14, 2020 by Andrea Geddes

Easy Zucchini Slice with Bacon

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Super easy zucchini slice, made from scratch. Featuring grated zucchini, cheese, bacon and onion in a light egg base, this classic Aussie recipe is versatile, freezer-friendly and made in just one bowl. It’s also great eaten hot or cold, making it perfect for lunchboxes, light lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.

zucchini slice topped with bacon on a white plate.

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Quick and easy – simply mix everything together in one bowl, add it to a tin and bake!
  • Simple ingredients – you only need a few simple fridge and pantry basics.
  • Versatile – it can be served hot or cold and can be easily customised to use up what you have in your fridge. It can also be made vegetarian.
  • Freezer-friendly – make a double batch and keep it in the fridge or freezer, ready for an easy lunch, dinner or snack.
  • Budget friendly – using affordable ingredients, it’s a great way to use up everything in the fridge.
  • Great hot or cold – pack it cold into lunchboxes, take it on a picnic or trip or warm it up for an easy lunch or dinner with a salad on the side.

Ingredients you will need

** This post contains tips and instructions to achieve the best possible results. The photo above is a great guide for when you are in the supermarket, but for full ingredient quantities and methods, please scroll down to the detailed recipe card below!

all ingredients for zucchini slice laid out on a table.
  • Zucchini – the star ingredient! Choose firm, dark green zucchinis and be sure to weigh them, as adding too much zucchini will make your slice soggy. There is no need to drain the excess liquid from the grated zucchini, unless they are overly watery. I add a combination of coarsely and finely grated zucchini for added texture, but either will work.
  • Bacon – I use middle bacon, but you can also use shortcut or streaky bacon, or even pre-cut bacon pieces. Alternatively, chopped ham or even chorizo can be used instead. For a vegetarian version, add some vegetarian “bacon”, crumbled feta or sun-dried tomatoes instead.
  • Eggs – are used to bind the mixture. Use large, free-range eggs at room temperature.
  • Self-raising flour – gives structure and a little rise to the slice. Gluten-free flour can be used, if required. If you don’t have self-raising flour, you can make your own by mixing 1 teaspoon of baking powder into every cup of plain flour.
  • Cheese – use cheddar (tasty) or any other type of hard cheese, like Colby. A mix of cheddar and parmesan adds a little extra bite. Be sure to grate your own, as it will melt into the slice better than pre-packaged shredded cheese.
  • Olive oil – for moisture and flavour. Choose a light, mild-tasting olive oil, or any other mild oil.
a whole zucchini slice in a baking tray with paper.

Step by step instructions

Step 1 – Make the batter;

Place all of the ingredients together in a bowl and stir to combine. ** If frying the bacon and onion, do this first.

grated zucchini, bacon and eggs in a bowl with other ingredients.
zucchini mixture in a glass bowl.

Step 2 – Bake;

Place the batter into a lined, 20 x 27cm baking tin and bake until golden brown on top and completely cooked through.

zucchini slice batter in a rectangular baking tin

Expert tips

  • In this recipe, the bacon is added directly to the batter, uncooked. Sometimes (if I have time), I will fry the bacon and onion in a pan before adding it to the mixture. Either way tastes great, but the fried bacon does add extra flavour, richness and texture.
  • Be sure to accurately weigh and measure the ingredients, to prevent the slice from becoming too mushy.
  • Add some additional veggies; grated carrot, corn or sliced spring onions can be added to the mixture before baking.
  • Bacon can be swapped for ham, chorizo or even some finely chopped leftover chicken. Or for a vegetarian version, add vegetarian “bacon” or leave the meat out entirely. Tofu, sun-dried tomatoes, goats’ cheese or feta can be used in its place.
  • Add a little grated parmesan for extra cheesy flavour.
  • Top the slice with some freshly sliced tomato before baking.
  • For zucchini muffins, divide the mixture into muffin trays instead. The cooking times will vary, depending on the size of your muffin tray.
  • The slice will be very soft when first removed from the oven, so leave it to cool in the tray for around 20 minutes before attempting to remove it. Otherwise, it may fall apart.

FAQs

Why is my zucchini slice mushy?

Mushy zucchini slice is caused by excess liquid in the mixture, or by too little flour being added. Be sure to measure the ingredients accurately. Due to the high water content of zucchini, the slice can become soggy and mushy if too much grated zucchini is used. I advise weighing the zucchini before grating, for best results. Choosing smaller, firm zucchinis will help, as they hold less water.

Can zucchini slice be frozen?      

Cooked and cooled zucchini slice can be wrapped (individual slices or whole) and kept in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge overnight before serving hot or cold.

How long does zucchini slice last in the fridge?

Zucchini slice will last in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

How to serve zucchini slice;

Zucchini slice can be enjoyed hot or cold as a quick on-the-go breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. It also makes a great lunchbox option or an after-school snack. For lunch or dinner, serve it warm with a side salad, potato salad or with your favourite steamed veggies. You can also top it with your favourite tomato sauce or chutneys!

Can you reheat zucchini slice?

To reheat zucchini slice, place individual pieces in the microwave for around 1 minute, or until heated through. A whole slice can also be covered and reheated in the oven, until steaming hot. Or pop individual pieces in an air fryer at 160 C for around 5 minutes, or until heated through.

finished slice on a wire cooling rack.

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zucchini slice topped with bacon on a white plate.

Easy Zucchini Slice with Bacon

Super easy zucchini slice, made from scratch. Featuring grated zucchini, cheese, bacon and onion in a light egg base, this classic Aussie recipe is versatile, freezer-friendly and made in just one bowl. It’s also great eaten hot or cold, making it perfect for lunchboxes, light lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
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Course: baking, lunch, lunchbox, Main Course
Cuisine: Australian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
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Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 380kcal
Author: Andrea Geddes
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Ingredients 
Metric – US Customary
 

  • 400 grams zucchini grated
  • 200 grams bacon finely diced
  • 1 small brown onion finely diced
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded (tasty cheddar cheese or Colby are great options).
  • 5 large eggs
  • ½ cup light olive oil mild tasting oil
  • 1 ¼ cups self-raising flour
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • black pepper

Instructions

  • Pre heat the oven to 180 °C (356 F). Line a 20 cm x 27 cm slice tray with baking paper.
  • Place all of the ingredients into a bowl and stir until combined. *The bacon and onion can be fried in a pan first, but this is not essential.
  • Add the mixture to the baking tray and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden on top and cooked through. You can test the slice by inserting a wooden skewer into the middle. If it comes out clean, it is ready!
  • Remove the slice from the oven and rest in the tray for 15-20 minutes before gently placing the slice on a wire rack to cool.
  • The slice can be served warm, or sliced once it has cooled. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or wrap and freeze for up to 3 months in a container.

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Notes

  1. In this recipe, the bacon is added directly to the batter, uncooked. Sometimes (if I have time), I will fry the bacon and onion in a pan before adding it to the mixture. Either way tastes great, but the fried bacon does add extra flavour, richness and texture.
  2. Add some additional veggies; grated carrot, corn or sliced spring onions can be added to the mixture before baking.
  3. Bacon can be swapped for ham, chorizo or even some finely chopped leftover chicken. Or for a vegetarian version, add vegetarian “bacon” or leave the meat out entirely. Tofu, sun-dried tomatoes, goats’ cheese or feta can be used in its place.
  4. Add a little grated parmesan for extra cheesy flavour.
  5. Top the slice with some freshly sliced tomato before baking.
  6. For zucchini muffins, divide the mixture into muffin trays instead. The cooking times will vary, depending on the size of your muffin tray.
  7. The slice will be very soft when first removed from the oven, so leave it to cool in the tray for around 20 minutes before attempting to remove it.
  8. Freezing; Cooked and cooled zucchini slice can be wrapped (individual slices or whole) and kept in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge overnight before serving hot or cold.
  9. Storage; Zucchini slice will last in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
  10. Reheating; To reheat zucchini slice, place individual pieces in the microwave for around 1 minute, or until heated through. A whole slice can also be covered and reheated in the oven, until steaming hot. Or pop individual pieces in an air fryer at 160 C for around 5 minutes, or until heated through.
  11. Please note that the nutrition information is based on the slice being divided into 8 slices, with one slice being one serve. The nutritional information is an estimate only and does not take into account any additional toppings, sides or sauces served with the slice.
  12. This recipe is made using Australian cups and spoon measurements. Due to cup sizes varying from country to country, I advise adjusting if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 631mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 1mg
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Update Notes: This recipe was originally published in March 2019, but was re-published with new information, helpful tips and photos in June 2022.

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