High Protein Zucchini Baked Oatmeal (No Protein Powder!)

Sweet zucchini bread flavor, baked oatmeal texture, protein, and a full cup of vegetables per serving? Yes! This a great way to use up late summer produce, and a great breakfast to boot.

P.S. Do you know what a food has to be to be called high protein? It has to contain at least or 20%, or 10 grams, protein (Bourianne, n.d.). This recipe clocks in about 22% and 10.5 grams of  protein!

Ingredients:

4 eggs
1/2 c applesauce

4 c grated zucchini

1 c rolled oats

2 t cinnamon

1.5 t baking powder

1/2 t salt

1/2 c water

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and applesauce.
2. Stir in grated zucchini.
3. Fold in the oats, spices, baking powder and salt.
4. Add and stir in water.
5. Place in a greased six cup glass baking dish.
6. Bake 45 minutes at 350 degrees.
7. Cool, and refrigerate before cutting into squares to eat.

 (Inspired by Real Kitchen and Beyond's baked zucchini oatmeal)

Reference:

Bourianne, T. (n.d.). View: FDA - nutrient content claims (Derived). Label Insight. https://helpdesk.labelinsight.com/hc/en-us/articles/360018102633-View-FDA-Nutrient-Content-Claims-Derived