These Mediterranean Zucchini Bagels have a soft texture and savory flavor. We prepare these bagels with grated zucchini, almond flour, oat flour, eggs, feta cheese, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, parsley, and sesame seeds. These bagels contain approximately 8 g of net carbs and 165 calories. We make these bagels in just 40 minutes. These Mediterranean Zucchini Bagels are perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, healthy snacks, brunch spreads, and light lunches. We can refrigerate them for more than 5 days or freeze them for almost 3 months, so you can prepare them earlier. You can serve these flavorful bagels with hummus, labneh, tzatziki, Greek salad, smoked salmon, or fresh vegetables for a satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal.
STATS:
- Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 bagel
- Cooking Mode: Baking
- Servings: 6 bagels
- Overall time: 40 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Bowl
- Box grater
- Clean kitchen towel
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups zucchini
- 1 cup almond flour
- ½ cup oat flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- One tbsp. olive oil
- One tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. oregano
- Half tsp. garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
ZUCCHINI:
- We use zucchini to provide moisture and a soft texture to the bagels. As a substitute, you can use yellow squash.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour helps to create a low-carb structure and gives a nutty flavor. You can replace it with sunflower seed flour for a nut-free option.
OAT FLOUR:
- Oat flour gives the bagels a light structure and balance. Instead, you can use whole wheat flour or chickpea flour.
EGGS:
- Eggs combine all the ingredients and help the bagels rise. As an alternative, you can use flax eggs for an egg-free version.
FETA CHEESE:
- Feta cheese provides a salty and tangy Mediterranean flavor. Add the ricotta salata, goat cheese, or grated halloumi instead.
OLIVE OIL:
- It will add the rich taste & healthy fats. Utilize the avocado oil instead for this purpose.
OREGANO:
- Oregano gives a classic Mediterranean aroma and taste. Add the Italian seasoning or thyme.
GARLIC POWDER:
- It will add the savory depth to the flavor. Fresh minced garlic can be used instead.
SESAME SEEDS:
- Sesame seeds give a crunchy topping and bagel-style finish. You can use poppy seeds or nigella seeds instead.
PARSLEY:
- It will add the fresh taste & color in the bagels. Use the dill, basil, or cilantro instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 375°Fahrenheit and coat a tray with baking paper.
- Grate the zucchini & squash the extra water content with a clean towel.
- Stir the black pepper, almond flour, salt, oat flour, garlic powder, oregano, and baking powder in a dish.
- Include the parsley, zucchini, feta cheese, eggs, and olive oil.
- Prepare a thick dough by mixing all the elements.
- Distribute the dough into six equal portions and make a bagel shape.
- Put the bagels on the tray and garnish with sesame seeds.
- Bake till they are brown and golden, for about twenty-two minutes.
- Let the bagels cool for about five minutes & then add on rack.
- Serve these bagels hot.
TIPS:
- Include the sun-dried tomatoes or chopped olives for additional Mediterranean flavor.
- Completely squeeze out the zucchini to avoid soggy bagels.
- We utilize freshly crumbled feta for perfect flavor.
- Wet the hands lightly to shape the dough.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAKFASTS:
- Labneh
- Sliced cucumbers
- Cherry tomatoes
- Kalamata olives
- Fresh mint leaves
BRUNCHES:
- Hummus
- Roasted red peppers
- Mixed greens
- Feta crumbles
- Lemon wedges
LUNCHES:
- Greek salad
- Tzatziki sauce
- Grilled zucchini
- Stuffed grape leaves
- Marinated olives
Protein-Packed Meal
- Grilled chicken breast
- Smoked salmon
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Turkey slices
- Cottage cheese
SNACKS:
- Baba ganoush
- Avocado slices
- Roasted chickpeas
- Fresh vegetable sticks
- Herb yogurt dip
DINNERS:
- Lentil soup
- Grilled fish
- Roasted eggplant
- Cucumber salad
- Garlic yogurt sauce
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these bagels in a vessel & store for five days.
FREEZER:
- Cover all the bagels separately and store them for about three months.
FAQs:
Should we prepare these bagels earlier?
- Yes, you can make these bagels earlier, as they freeze for almost three months.
May we prepare these bagels without gluten?
- Utilize certified gluten-free oat flour or substitute it with additional almond flour.
Will we prepare these bagels without dairy?
- Yes, you can utilize a dairy-free feta replacement.
Why do my bagels become wet?
- You may not squeeze out the extra moisture content from the zucchini.
Could we use extra veggies?
- Yes, you can use sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, roasted peppers, and olives.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 165 kcal
Sodium: 290 mg
Net Carbs: 8 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 2 g
Total Carbs: 11 g
Fat: 11 g
Protein: 8 g
Serving Size: 1 bagel