In my never ending quest to find healthier ways to enjoy all of my favorite foods, I am back with another addictively delicious delight for you. Deservingly so, Zucchini is kind of the wonderchild of late. I mean what can’t you do with zucchini these days. From Zoodles to baked goods to,Ramen soup, zucchini is kind of a superstar. But wait, there’s more. These insanely good zucchini waffle grilled cheese sandwiches will change your life. No seriously, they will. (This post contains affiliate links.)
I am going to show you how to easily create a healthier, lower carb, and lower calorie grilled cheese. These wonderful waffles are also gluten free. No need to give up the foods you love when there are so many ways to enjoy them. Because sometimes, you just need an ooey, gooey, cheesy grilled cheese.
Insanely Good Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese
These zucchini waffle grilled cheese sandwiches are pretty simple. I shredded about 4 cups of zucchini and combined that with 2 eggs. I mixed in some almond flour, parmesan cheese, and seasonings. That’s it! You are ready to waffle! I recently “amazoned” myself this Belgian waffle maker and it’s been love at first bite. Super easy and mess free with a drip tray. Thank you very much for that.
The key to making the perfect Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese is getting as much water out of the zucchini. To do this, I suggest wrapping it up in a thin kitchen towel and squeezing it. It works well with minimal mess. Remember to lightly coat your waffle maker with some oil to prevent sticking. Cooking spray can dull the non-stick coating.
For this recipe, I used about 1/2 cup of batter for each waffle and ended up with 4 waffles. Perfect for 2 Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. The easiest way to make your grilled cheese is to put your waffle back into the waffle maker, add your cheese, and then top with a second waffle. I suggest Gruyere or Mozzarella but any cheese will do! Just a few minutes and your life-changing zucchini waffle grilled cheese is done!
Can I make these Zucchini Grilled Cheese Waffles ahead?
The waffles themselves can be made ahead. I would warm them up either in a skillet or back in the waffle iron then add the cheese in between them.
Can they be frozen?
I believe they would do better in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freezing will make them mushy.
What other ingredients can I add into my Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese?
So many things! Here are a few ideas:
-sliced tomato
-sliced mushrooms
-bacon
-chicken or turkey
-avocado
With just a few ingredients you can be dining on these oh-so cheesy, delicious waffles. These Insanely good Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are life changing. Gluten free, low carb, and lower calorie. What’s not to love? Let me know what you think.
Insanely Good Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese That Will Change Your Life
No guilt low carb, gluten free, lower calorie Zucchini Waffle Grilled Cheese sandwiches that will change your life. Easy and oh so cheesy must try!
Ingredients
- 4 Cups shredded Zucchini
- 2 extra large eggs
- 1/2 C almond flour
- 1/4 C parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 C shredded Gruyere or Mozzarella or cheese of choice
Instructions
- heat waffle maker to medium heat
- drain water from zucchini (see notes below)
- in a medium bowl combine
- zucchini, spices, eggs, almond flour and parmesan
- coat waffle iron with a small amount of oil
- add 1/2 c of mixture to waffle iron cook for approx 3-4 min
- carefully remover with spatula and repeat process to make about 4 waffles
- place one waffle back in iron and top with 1/2 of cheese add 2nd waffle back and cook to melt cheese about 2 min
- repeat for second grilled cheese
Notes
For best results, squeeze excess water from zucchini after shredding. Place zucchini in a cheese cloth or thin kitchen towel and squeeze.
Another creative recipe! I’ve had my waffle iron since we were married, and use it frequently. But, I never think to use it for anything other than traditional waffles. I need to get out of my bubble LOL
It’s fun to use it for new stuff! Can’t really go wrong!
OMG, those look absolutely delicious!
Thanks so much! I am loving finding new ways to use my waffle iron
Such a great idea for a low carb option!
Thanks you won’t miss the bread in this one!
Wow! That’s a seriously drool-worthy waffle. Pinned and ready to eat!!!!
Fantastic I hope you enjoy them as well
I love zucchini so I definitely need to make this for a quick lunch!
Great! I know you will love them too
What a unique idea! I love this idea for a different dinner or lunch. Great use of zucchini too.
Thanks Julie! I love to find new ways to enjoy zucchini
Loving this idea! I actually bought a few zucchini this week but not sure about the parmesan cheese… that will depend on if my daughter ate it. Will be adding these to the lunch rotation for this week if we have it.
You can replace with shredded mozzarella as well. Needs something to bind it
Life changing! This is so good and really easy to make.
Yes super easy hope you enjoy
Those look so delicious and easy to make. Your pictures are fantastic, too!
Thanks so much Deb!
This is everything! Especially if you add bacon and tomato like you suggested. This is an amazing, healthy recipe!
Thanks yes, you can really add anything to them as you would a traditional grilled cheese
yumm this grilled cheese look so good!! i need to make this!!!!
thanks I hope you enjoy it!
This looks delicious! I want one right now!
Super easy hope you give them a try sometime
I had no idea I could make waffles with zucchini! such a great idea!
Yes you can! You will love them
Well this looks amazing! I’m with you, zucchini is so versatile and I love cooking & baking with it (I’m actually planning on making a zucchini bread this week!). I love how you really pack the zucchini into this recipe.
It is easy to hide it in there!