Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread Recipe

Indulge in a guilt-free slice of this unbelievably delicious Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread! Bursting with sweet spices, zesty citrus, and the hidden goodness of carrots (perfect for using leftover pulp from juicing!), this recipe transforms humble vegetables into a moist and flavorful loaf. A delightful blend of textures and tastes awaits – try it today!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 195.6 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread

  • Carrots
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • Lemons, Zest Of
  • Oranges, Zest Of
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Sugar
  • Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Fine Sea Salt

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How to Make Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, and ½ cup vegetable oil.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in 2 cups grated zucchini, 1 cup grated carrot puree, 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger.
  6. Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

79g

Fat

2g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread?

Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread takes about 130 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 110 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread?

Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread has approximately 195.6 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread?

The key ingredients for Zesty Zucchini Carrot Bread are Carrots, Zucchini, Flour, Eggs, Applesauce, Lemons, Zest Of. See the full list with measurements above.

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