Zucchini Carrot Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

• Zucchini: 1 medium, about 200 grams
• Carrots: 2 medium, about 150 grams
• All-purpose flour: 3 cups
• Eggs: 3
• Sugar: 1 cup
• Baking powder: 1 tablespoon
• Oil (vegetable or olive): 1/2 cup
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Optional: cinnamon, chopped walnuts or pecans for added flavor and texture

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Shred the zucchini and carrots using a box grater or shredder attachment on a food processor. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well-combined and slightly fluffy.
5. Add oil to the egg mixture and mix well.
6. Add shredded vegetables to the wet ingredients and mix.
7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. If using, add cinnamon and nuts at this stage.
8. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
9. Bake for about 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow to cool before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 4g (approx.)

Dish Characteristics:

• This bread is a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional breads, with the added benefits of vegetables.
• The bread has a moist and dense texture, with a slight sweetness from the sugar and a hint of spice from the cinnamon (if used).
• The combination of zucchini and carrots adds a unique flavor profile and provides a good source of vitamins and minerals.

User Comments:

1. "This bread was so good! I love the combination of vegetables and bread." - John Doe
2. "The texture was perfect, not too dry and not too moist. Great recipe!" - Jane Smith
3. "I added chopped walnuts for extra flavor and texture. It was delicious!" - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to shred the zucchini and carrots fine to ensure even distribution in the bread.
• For best results, use fresh vegetables rather than frozen.
• Adjust the sugar quantity according to your preference for a more or less sweet bread.