Low Carb Scalloped Zucchini
There are endless ways to prepare a potato, and some version of it is usually a staple at the holiday dinner table. Potatoes just won do on the Keto diet, but zucchini makes a great alternative for some potato dishes. Scalloped potatoes are a crowd favorite, and you can make this scalloped zucchini dish requested just as much for next year! It βs all in the cheese sauce, and Keto dieters can rejoice. Thin-sliced zucchini is layered with a traditional cheddar cheese sauce, seasoned with just a little garlic. You can incorporate your family recipe flavors and let other users know in the comments your secret to a great scalloped βpotato β dish! Play around with seasonings, fresh herbs, or different cheeses. Read the other information below to learn how to treat the zucchini for this recipe. The flavor and texture of your scalloped side dish will be very similar between zucchini and potato. However, potatoes are significantly firmer than zucchini and usually need more time in the oven than what is listed in the recipe here. Since zucchini becomes more tender more quickly, it needs to be baked for less time. Zucchini also holds much more moisture than potatoes. It βs a must that you press excess liquid out of your zucchini. If you skip the first step, too much liquid will build up in your baking dish and your sauce will separate. Scalloped zucchini is a great Keto alternative to many potato dishes you βll see at holiday dinner spreads for family dinners. Scalloped zucchini will be a delicious side dish to any roasted turkey, baked ham, or game main courses. A lot of your fat macros will be in this recipe, so significantly fatty meats such as bacon may want to be avoided as you calculate your meal. This Keto side dish recipe is included in the Carb Manager Butternut Squash and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast main course for inspiration on a full meal you can create. The scalloped zucchini would also taste delicious with any of Carb Manager βs fried main courses, but stay wary of how much fat pork rinds may add to your meal, which is used in may Keto fried breading. Jessica L.