Red Pepper Zucchini Muffins

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Red Pepper Zucchini Muffins

Yield: 10–12 muffins
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: About 40 minutes
Course: Breakfast / Snack / Light Meal

These savory muffins are soft, cheesy, and packed with vegetables. They’re perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or a quick snack.

🧾 Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini, grated

  • ¼ red bell pepper, finely chopped

  • 200 g (1 cup) grated cheese (cheddar, parmesan, feta, or goat cheese)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 125 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Optional additions:

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives)

  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika or chili flakes

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for extra moisture)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Zucchini

  • Grate the zucchini.

  • Place it in a strainer or clean cloth and squeeze out excess liquid.
    (This prevents soggy muffins.)

2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk together:

  • Eggs

  • Salt

  • Black pepper

3️⃣ Add Vegetables and Cheese

Stir into the egg mixture:

  • Drained zucchini

  • Chopped red pepper

  • Grated cheese

Mix gently.

4️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients

  • Add flour and baking powder.

  • Fold gently until just combined.
    Do not overmix.

5️⃣ Fill Muffin Tin

  • Line muffin tray with paper liners or grease lightly.

  • Divide batter evenly among cups (about ¾ full).

6️⃣ Bake

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

  • Bake for 25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

7️⃣ Cool & Serve

  • Let cool for 5–10 minutes.

  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

💡 Tips

✔ Always squeeze zucchini dry
✔ Use freshly grated cheese
✔ Add herbs for extra flavor
✔ Don’t overmix batter
✔ Bake on middle oven rack

🔁 Variations

  • Carrot muffins: Replace zucchini with grated carrot

  • Protein boost: Add cooked chopped chicken or turkey

  • Spicy: Add chili flakes

  • Dairy-free: Use dairy-free cheese

  • Gluten-free: Use gluten-free flour blend

❄️ Storage

  • Room temperature: Up to 3 days

  • Refrigerator: Up to 5 days

  • Freezer: Up to 3 months

🧮 Nutrition (Approximate per muffin)

  • Calories: 140–160

  • Protein: 7–9 g

  • Carbohydrates: 12–14 g

  • Fat: 7–9 g

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