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    Zucchini Pie

    Published: Sep 3, 2018 · Modified: Aug 30, 2019 by Neriz · This post contains some affiliate links.

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    Nope, this is not just for summer. You can prepare this Zucchini Pie any time you want!  A flavorful savory pie that’s great for brunch, appetizer or as a main dish!

    Overhead shot of Zucchini Pie, with a sliced portion on the side, ready for serving.

    I know that zucchini is a summer vegetable, but nowadays, I see them in the supermarket the whole year-round – and they’re not bad looking either.

    This means that nothing stops me from making this zucchini recipe any time of the year, and same goes for you. 🙂

    Unlike other vegetable pies that I make regularly, I only use one kind of cheese in this pie. 

    I feel that it makes the flavor of the zucchini shine more – so, you get subtle sweetness, moderate saltiness, creaminess and the refreshing reprieve of the basil in every serving.

    HOW TO MAKE ZUCCHINI PIE

    A collage of images showing the step by step process on how to make Zucchini Pie.

    CAN I USE OTHER HERBS FOR THIS ZUCCHINI PIE?

    I’ve added rosemary and thyme sometimes, but I ALWAYS make sure basil is there. 

    Parsley will also work, but not the flat-leaf ones (at least for me, it didn’t).  I feel it’s a bit too strong for the rest of the ingredients in this zucchini recipe.

    CAN I REPLACE PARMESAN WITH OTHER KINDS OF CHEESE?

    Yep.  I have used gouda, manchego and grana padano. Manchego and grana padano worked out well, but gouda is too mild for me.  I felt it got lost in the cream. 

    I think the trick is to use a strong and mature type of cheese – so it balances out the cream

    CAN I REPLACE THE SAVORY PIE CRUST WITH OTHER TYPES OF PIE CRUST?

    As long as your pie crust is not too buttery, it should be fine.  I know we all LOVE buttery and flaky crusts for our fruit pies, but it’s not the right one for this savory pie. 

    The simpler the crust, the better the result.

    A closer shot on a slice of Zucchini Pie

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH ZUCCHINI PIE?

    If you want to serve this as a main dish, or for brunch — a leafy vegetable salad (with some crunch like nuts, etc..) on the side would be perfect.  But it you would serve a small slice as an appetizer, then just a glass of wine would do.  Enjoy! 😀

    WANT MORE PIE IDEAS?  THEN CHECK OUT MY PIES COLLECTION!

    For another zucchini recipe, check out Potato and Zucchini Bites.

    Or for other vegetable recipes, check out these posts –

    • Tomato and Mozzarella Pastry (Rustico Leccese)
    • Finnish Carrot Bread Rolls

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    Zucchini Pie

    Prepare this Zucchini Pie any time of the year. No need to wait for summer to enjoy this flavorful savory pie — great for brunch, appetizer or as a main dish!
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Other
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 187kcal
    Author: Neriz

    Ingredients

    • 1 pc 8-inch savory pie crust, fully-baked
    • 1 large zucchini, peeled & grated (about 2 cups)
    • 3 eggs
    • 1/2 cup half & half
    • 3/4 cup parmesan, grated
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
    • 12 to 15 pcs fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
    • In a bowl, combine eggs, half & half, parmesan, salt and pepper. Mix.
    • Add grated zucchini. Mix to combine.
    • Add basil leaves. Mix.
    • Pour zucchini mixture on pre-cooked savory pie crust.
    • Place in middle of the oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top has turned slightly darker.
    • Set aside for at least 10 minutes.
    • Serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 187kcal
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