Vegetable Appetizer Squares

Submitted by Elly in Canada

"A great way to use up an abundant zucchini crop, add some other vegetables and you have an easy to make appetizer. I usually serve this with sour cream and chives on the side."

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Yields: 66 appetizers

ingredients

• 3 cups zucchini, grated and well-drained
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 1⁄2 cup red pepper, diced
• 1⁄2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 4 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1⁄2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄2 cup strong cheddar cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 cup flour
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1⁄4 cup butter, melted

directions

1. Heat oven to 350ºF.
2. Make sure your zucchini is well drained, I put it in a clean tea towel and squeeze it dry.
3. Grease bottom and sides of rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches.
4. In a medium bowl, mix eggs, parmesan cheese, pepper sauce, parsley and vegetables. Set aside
5. Combine dry ingredients and stir into liquid mixture.
6. Stir in melted butter.
7. Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish.
8. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over top.
9. Bake about 30 - 35 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Cool slightly, cut into tiny 1" squares, serve warm or cold, I prefer these at room temperature.

Reviews

[hugabugnikki]

I made these for a holiday open house and they were a HUGE hit! Serve warm...once they're cold they not as yummy!

 

[Kittencalrecipezazz]

I also did a trial run on this recipe for my holiday get togethers coming up soon, I made as stated this time, but next time I might omit the carrot and do a couple minor amount adjustments, I might add in some cooked spinach too, this was really a great appy Elly, thanks for sharing hon!...Kitten:)

 

[Tessachef]

Instead of appetizer, served as side dish with grilled chicken. Guests said it was like a vegetable quiche. Kids ate it, too. Will definitely make again.

 

[SandwichQueen]

My goodness, these were yummy! I used white whole wheat flour but other than that, followed the recipe exactly. My teenage son is already asking for more!!

 

[Grandma Winnie]

This is a wonderful recipe, thanks for sharing. I added chopped broccoli, because we like it and it is good for you. Also, I made it with gluten free king arthur flour, because my daughter needs gf flour. Thanks again, it is delicious.