Healthy Zucchini Carrot Spice Bread Recipe

Name: Healthy Zucchini Carrot Spice Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups zucchini (shredded); ½ cup carrot (shredded); ½ teaspoon salt; 3 ¼ cups unbleached flour (sifted); ½ tablespoon baking soda; ½ tablespoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon cardamom; 3 large eggs; 1 cup applesauce; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup canned pumpkin; 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon lemon peel; 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional); 1 cup raisins (optional)

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups zucchini (shredded)
½ cup carrot (shredded)
½ teaspoon salt
3 ¼ cups unbleached flour (sifted)
½ tablespoon baking soda
½ tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon cardamom
3 large eggs
1 cup applesauce
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon peel
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1 cup raisins (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (for a glass loaf pan, reduce the heat to 325).
2
Grease and flour two 8x4 inch loaf pans.
3
Clean the zucchini, cut off the ends, and shred using a grater.
4
Peel the carrots, trim off the ends and shred with a grater.
5
Mix the zucchini and the carrot with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
6
Place in a colander with a heavy pot on top.
7
Allow to sit for 20 minutes.
8
This will help rid the vegetables of excess water.
9
Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and spices.
10
Mix thoroughly.
11
Set aside.
12
Beat the eggs until frothy.
13
Add the applesauce a little at a time and beat well.
14
Then, add the sugar.
15
While still beating, add the pumpkin.
16
Mix in the vanilla and the lemon peel.
17
When thoroughly mixed, add the carrot and zucchini.
18
Add the dry ingredients a little at a time.
19
Be careful not to over mix.
20
Slowly mix in the nut and raisins.
21
Pour into prepared pans.
22
Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
23
Place on a rack to cool for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and cool completely.
24
Store in a refrigerator wrapped in waxed paper, then in foil.

938

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups zucchini (shredded), ½ cup carrot (shredded), ½ teaspoon salt, 3 ¼ cups unbleached flour (sifted), and more.

Yes, Healthy Zucchini Carrot Spice Bread falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Zucchini Carrot Spice Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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