Zucchini Cheddar Biscuits

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup zucchini, shredded (about 1 small zucchini)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  2. Place the zucchini in a cheese cloth and squeeze all of the excess water out.
  3. Transfer to a small bowl and add 1/3 of the salt and a dash of flour. Mix and let stand for 10 minutes.
  4. Place sifted flour, baking powder and remaining salt in food processor. Add butter. Whirl until the size of small peas.
  5. Add the milk, zucchini and cheddar until moistened. Drop batter, using two tablespoons, on a baking sheet lined with silpat.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Serve warm with butter.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

538 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.2g 20% DV
Total Fat 36.4g 47% DV
Carbs 45.6g 17% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 12.3g 25% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12585mg 100% DV
Potassium 181.5mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 101.3mg 34% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 133.8mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 8.3mg 9% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 1762.8mg 100% DV
Iron 5.6mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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