Mediterranean Zucchini Cordon Bleu

This Mediterranean Zucchini Cordon Bleu is a crispy and cheesy twist on classic Cordon Bleu. We prepare this bleu with round zucchini, ham, cheese, eggs, flour, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and oil. The zucchini slices are layered with ham and cheese, coated in flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs, and fried until golden and crisp. This bleu has approximately 420 calories and 30 g of net carbs. This bleu takes us around thirty minutes to prepare. This Mediterranean Zucchini Cordon Bleu is ideal for family dinners, lunches, appetizers, casual gatherings, weekend meals, and Mediterranean-inspired meals. You can refrigerate this bleu for three days and freeze it for almost one month. You can serve this bleu with Greek Salad, Tomato Cucumber Salad, Tzatziki, Garlic Yogurt Sauce, or Feta Dip.

STATS:

• Course: Main Course, Appetizer
• No. of Calories: 420 kcal
• Diet: Mediterranean
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Cook time: 15 minutes
• Portion size: 2 zucchini sandwiches
• Cooking mode: Pan-fried
• Total servings: 4
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 30 minutes

TOOLS:

• Knife
• Cutting board
• 3 shallow bowls
• Frying pan
• Tongs
• Paper towels

INGREDIENTS:

ZUCCHINI CORDON BLEU:

• 300 g round zucchini
• 150 g cheese
• 100 g ham
• 4 eggs
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ cup flour
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• Oil
• ½ tsp salt

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

ROUND ZUCCHINI:

• We use round zucchini to create firm zucchini sandwiches around the ham and cheese. As an alternative, you can use regular zucchini cut into thick rounds.

CHEESE:

• We use cheese to create a rich, melted, and creamy center. Mozzarella, provolone, or Swiss cheese can also be used.

HAM:

• Ham provides a savory flavor and classic Cordon Bleu filling. Turkey ham or thinly sliced cooked turkey can be used instead.

EGGS:

• Eggs aid in the breadcrumbs and flour adhering to the zucchini. They are essential for creating a crispy coating.

FLOUR:

• The initial layer of the crispy coating is made with flour. An alternative is to use all-purpose flour that is devoid of gluten.

BREADCRUMBS:

• Breadcrumbs provide a golden and crunchy exterior. Panko breadcrumbs could be utilized to get additional crispiness.

OIL:

• Oil is used for frying the zucchini until golden and crisp. Olive oil or another neutral cooking oil might be utilized.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Rinse the zucchini and make almost half inch thick rounds by cutting.
2. Put 1 slice of cheese and ham between 2 zucchini slices to prepare a sandwich.
3. Carefully garnish the zucchini with black pepper and salt.
4. Put the breadcrumbs, flour, and beaten eggs into 3 different shallow bowls.
5. Apply flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs to every zucchini sandwich.
6. Warm the oil in a pan and fry the zucchini Cordon Bleu till the cheese is melted and become golden, for almost four minutes.
7. Put the fried zucchini on the paper towels to eliminate additional oil.
8. Serve this bleu warm with Mediterranean sauce or salad.

TIPS:

• We utilize firm zucchini so the sandwiches hold together perfectly.
• Carefully press the breadcrumbs onto the zucchini for perfect coating.
• We utilize provolone or mozzarella to get a delicious melted cheese center.
• Serve quickly for a perfect crispy texture.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRESH & SALADS:

• Greek Salad
• Tomato Cucumber Salad
• Mediterranean Green Salad
• Arugula Salad
• Cucumber Feta Salad

MEDITERRANEAN SAUCES:

• Tzatziki
• Garlic Yogurt Sauce
• Tomato Herb Sauce
• Feta Dip
• Lemon Herb Yogurt

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the zucchini Cordon Bleu in a closed box and chill it for just 3 days.

FREEZER:

• Store the cooked zucchini Cordon Bleu for almost 1 month.

FAQs:

Could we utilize regular zucchini?

• Yes, you might use regular zucchini, simply cut it into even and thick rounds.

May we utilize different type of cheese?

• Yes, you can use Swiss cheese, mozzarella, and provolone.

Will we prepare this bleu by baking?

• Yes, you can bake the coated zucchini at 200° Celcius for about almost twenty-five minutes.

Could we prepare this bleu earlier?

• Yes, you can assemble and coat the zucchini sandwiches beforehand, chill them, and fry them when prepared.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Proteins: 22 g

Caloric Content: 420 kcal

Net carbs: 30 g

Sodium: 850 mg

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 4 g

Fats: 25 g

Portion Size: 2 zucchini sandwiches

Total carbs: 32 g