A “Breadwich” is zucchini bread baked firm enough to slice and use like sandwich bread. Great low-carb, high-fiber option!
📝 Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf / 8 slices)
🥒 Base
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2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
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2 eggs
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1 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
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¼ cup grated parmesan
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp olive oil
🧀 Optional Add-ins
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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1 tbsp chopped herbs (parsley/basil)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep Zucchini
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Grate zucchini.
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Squeeze out excess water using a towel (very important).
2️⃣ Mix Batter
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In a bowl combine eggs, oil, zucchini.
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Add flour, parmesan, baking powder, seasonings.
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Mix until thick batter forms.
3️⃣ Bake
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Pour into lined 8×4 loaf pan.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–40 minutes.
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Cool completely before slicing.
🥪 How to Make the “Breadwich”
Once cooled and sliced:
Fill Ideas:
✔ Turkey + cheese
✔ Grilled chicken + lettuce
✔ Egg salad
✔ Avocado + tomato
✔ Cream cheese + cucumber
Toast lightly for better structure.
💡 Tips for Best Texture
✔ Always squeeze zucchini dry
✔ Let cool fully before slicing
✔ Store slices in fridge for firmer texture
✔ Toast before using as sandwich
🥗 Nutrition (Almond Flour Version – per slice)
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Calories: 140–160
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Low carb
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Keto friendly
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High fiber
🔢 WW Points (Estimate)
Almond flour version:
➡️ 3–4 points per slice
Whole wheat flour version:
➡️ 2–3 points per slice
🧪 Why It Sometimes Turns Soggy (And How to Fix It)
❌ Problem: Too Wet
✔ Always squeeze grated zucchini in a clean towel.
✔ After squeezing, measure again — you want about 1 packed cup dry zucchini.
❌ Problem: Crumbly Texture
✔ Add 1 extra egg
✔ Or add 1 tbsp psyllium husk (great binder for low-carb)
❌ Problem: Too Dense
✔ Don’t overmix
✔ Make sure baking powder is fresh
🥪 Making It Sandwich-Strong
For sturdy slices:
✔ Bake slightly longer (firm center)
✔ Cool 100% before slicing
✔ Refrigerate 1 hour before cutting
✔ Toast slices before filling
💪 High-Protein Version
Add:
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¼ cup unflavored protein powder
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½ cup cottage cheese (blend smooth first)
➡️ Boosts protein by 5–7g per slice.
🥑 Keto Strict Version
Replace:
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Almond flour → ¾ cup almond flour + 2 tbsp coconut flour
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Add 1 tbsp flaxseed meal
➡️ Lowers carbs further and improves structure.
🧀 Extra Cheesy Version
Add:
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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2 tbsp cream cheese
Makes it softer and richer (great for grilled sandwiches).
🕒 Storage & Meal Prep
Fridge:
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4–5 days airtight
Freezer:
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Slice first
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Freeze up to 2 months
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Toast from frozen
🔢 Nutrition (Approx – Almond Flour Version)
Per slice (8 slices):
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Calories: 150
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Carbs: 4–6g
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Protein: 6–8g
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Fiber: 2–3g
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WW: 3–4 points
🥗 Best Fillings for Meal Prep
✔ Grilled chicken + spinach
✔ Tuna salad
✔ Egg & avocado
✔ Turkey + mustard
✔ Hummus + roasted veggies
