Scarpaccia - Zucchini and Parmesan Tart

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini, grated (about 4 cups / 500g) 4 medium zucchini, grated (about 4 cups / 500g)
• 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 18g (Total), 6g (Saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 10g (Total), 3g (Sugars)
• Protein: 14g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch tart pan.
2. 2.
   Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out any excess moisture.
3. 3.
   In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, Parmesan cheese, flour, eggs, olive oil, basil, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4. 4.
   Pour the mixture into the prepared tart pan and spread it out evenly.
5. 5.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tart is golden brown and set in the center.
6. 6.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Zucchini — Make sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the grated zucchini to prevent the tart from becoming soggy.
• Parmesan cheese — Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, add some thinly sliced cherry tomatoes on top of the tart before baking.
• Serve the Scarpaccia warm or at room temperature for the best taste.
• This tart can be enjoyed as a main dish or as a side dish alongside a fresh salad.

Serving advice

Serve the Scarpaccia tart as a light lunch or dinner accompanied by a side salad. It can also be cut into smaller pieces and served as an appetizer or a snack.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the Scarpaccia tart with a sprinkle of fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil before serving.