Mollie Katzen's Savoury Vegetable Cheesecake, Lower

Name: Mollie Katzen's Savoury Vegetable Cheesecake, Lower Calorie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 small zucchini (coarsely grated, into about 3 packed cups); salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup grated carrot; 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons dried basil; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; 5 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ cup minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 3 cups part-skim ricotta cheese (1 1/2 pounds); 1 cup grated part-skim mozzarella cheese, packed; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; 3 large eggs, beaten; black pepper; 2 medium tomatoes, sliced into rounds, then in half to make D's; 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

4 small zucchini (coarsely grated, into about 3 packed cups)
salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
5 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
3 cups part-skim ricotta cheese (1 1/2 pounds)
1 cup grated part-skim mozzarella cheese, packed
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
3 large eggs, beaten
black pepper
2 medium tomatoes, sliced into rounds, then in half to make D's
4 tablespoons breadcrumbs

1
Place the grated zucchini in a colander over a sink.
2
Salt lightly and let stand 15 minutes.
3
Squeeze out all excess moisture.
4
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375F Use a little of the olive oil to oil the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
5
(A pastry brush is the best tool for this.)
6
Heat the rest of the olive oil in a large, deep skillet.
7
Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sautZ over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
8
Add the zucchini, and the carrot, flour, and dried herbs.
9
Cook, stirring, over low heat for about 2 to 3 more minutes.
10
Remove from heat, and stir in garlic, parsley, and lemon juice.
11
Place the cheeses and eggs in a large bowl, and beat vigorously for a minute or two.
12
Add the vegetable mixture, and mix well.
13
Season to taste with black pepper, and adjust salt, if necessary.
14
Transfer to the prepared pan, and arrange the tomato slices on top in a lovely pattern of your own design.
15
Sprinkle with bread crumbs.
16
Bake in the center of the oven for 50 minutes.
17
Cool for at least 20 minutes before removing the sides of that pan.
18
Serve at any temperature.
19
This is delicious for any meal, including breakfast!

968

kcal

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Fat

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

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 small zucchini (coarsely grated, into about 3 packed cups), salt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Mollie Katzen's Savoury Vegetable Cheesecake, Lower Calorie falls under the Baking & Desserts 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!

Mollie Katzen's Savoury Vegetable Cheesecake, Lower Calorie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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