Harvest Zucchini Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Harvest Zucchini Bread
70 min.
16
140kcal

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Start your day the right way with this delightful Harvest Zucchini Bread, a vegetarian-friendly treat that's perfect for morning meals, brunch, or even a cozy breakfast. This recipe, which serves 16, is not only packed with the flavors of the season but is also easy to whip up in just 70 minutes. Each slice boasts a satisfying 140 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this recipe is the zucchini, with 3 cups of unpeeled shredded zucchini providing a vibrant base and a nutritional boost. The bread is enriched with the earthy flavors of crushed pineapple in its own juice and coarsely chopped pistachios or other nuts, adding texture and depth. The use of whole wheat flour ensures a hearty, wholesome loaf, while the blend of spices like ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg complements the natural flavors beautifully.

Preparation is straightforward, requiring just a handful of equipment items you likely already have in your kitchen. The baking process transforms the batter into a golden, fragrant bread that's best enjoyed when cooled to perfection. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast on the go or a leisurely brunch item, this Harvest Zucchini Bread is sure to please. Dive into the flavors of fall with every slice, and enjoy the comforting taste of homemade goodness.

Ingredients

  • cup flour 
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  •  eggs 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.3 cup nonfat buttermilk 
  • ounce pineapple crushed canned
  • 0.5 cup pistachios coarsely chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • cup flour whole wheat
  • cups zucchini shredded unpeeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 2 (8 x 4 inch) loaf pans set aside.
  2. In medium bowl combine the first six ingredients. Set aside.
  3. In large bowl beat eggs.
  4. Add vanilla, buttermilk and vegetable oil and blend.
  5. Add Stevia Extract In The Raw and Sugar In The Raw. Blend well.
  6. Add grated zucchini and dry ingredients.
  7. Mix well. Stir in pineapple and nuts and mix until blended.
  8. Pour batter evenly into both loaf pans. Set in oven on middle rack and bake at 350 degrees F for about 50 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean when inserted.
  9. Remove from oven and cool in pans for about 25 minutes or until cool.
  10. Remove from pan and continue to cool on a rack before slicing to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories140kcal
Protein10.64%
Fat44.98%
Carbs44.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.44
Glycemic Load
4.52
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.2917390621227%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:140.1kcal
7.01%
Fat:7.18g
11.04%
Saturated Fat:1.15g
7.2%
Carbohydrates:15.93g
5.31%
Net Carbohydrates:13.97g
5.08%
Sugar:3.29g
3.66%
Cholesterol:20.56mg
6.85%
Sodium:296.91mg
12.91%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.3%
100%
Protein:3.82g
7.64%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.66%
Selenium:9.35µg
13.36%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.65%
Vitamin K:9.71µg
9.25%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.89%
Fiber:1.97g
7.86%
Phosphorus:75.02mg
7.5%
Folate:28.47µg
7.12%
Vitamin C:5.78mg
7%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.33%
Copper:0.13mg
6.25%
Magnesium:23.89mg
5.97%
Iron:1.03mg
5.72%
Vitamin B3:1.04mg
5.19%
Potassium:162.79mg
4.65%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.08%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.33%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.32%
Calcium:20.17mg
2.02%
Vitamin A:100.68IU
2.01%
Source:Allrecipes