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Best Zucchini Bread Recipe Salad Bowl

Elevate your meal with our Zucchini Bread Salad Bowl Delight, a delicious blend of comforting zucchini bread and refreshing salad. This unique recipe combines the heartiness of warm bread with crisp greens, making it perfect for any occasion. Packed with health benefits from zucchini and whole grains, each bite offers a delightful fusion of flavors and nutrition. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this dish showcases the versatility of zucchini while providing a creative dining experience.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)

1 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp nutmeg

2 large eggs

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or your choice)

1/2 cucumber, sliced

1 medium tomato, diced

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)

Balsamic dressing or your favorite vinaigrette

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

    Prepare the Zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.

      Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, walnuts, raisins or chocolate chips (if using), baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.

        Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.

          Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently to combine. Fold in the grated zucchini until just incorporated.

            Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

              Prepare the Salad Bowl: While the zucchini bread is cooling, prepare the salad. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber slices, diced tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently to combine.

                Assemble the Salad Bowl: Slice the cooled zucchini bread into thick pieces. On each serving plate, place a generous handful of the salad mix and top with two slices of zucchini bread. Sprinkle with feta cheese, if using.

                  Dress the Salad: Drizzle balsamic dressing or your favorite vinaigrette over the salad bowl just before serving.

                    Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while the zucchini bread is fresh and warm, inviting everyone to enjoy a unique twist on salad!

                      Prep Time 20 minutes | Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes | Servings 6