To make delicious Savory Vegan Zucchini Muffins, you can choose from several recipes that highlight the versatility of zucchini while keeping them plant-based. Below are two popular recipes with detailed instructions.
Savory Vegan Zucchini Muffins with Sundried Tomatoes
Ingredients
- Wet Ingredients:
- 90 ml (6 tbsp) vegetable oil
- 10 ml (2 tsp) lemon juice
- 320 ml (1 + 1/3 cup) soy milk (or any plant milk)
- Dry Ingredients:
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fine salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- 250 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour mix
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Add-ins:
- 240 g (packed, about 1½ cup) grated zucchini (do not squeeze out moisture)
- 30 g (1 oz) sundried tomatoes, diced small
- Optional: 30 g (1 oz) diced vegan feta cheese or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 180°C (355°F). Grease a standard muffin tray.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, lemon juice, and soy milk.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Incorporate Zucchini and Sundried Tomatoes: Add grated zucchini and diced sundried tomatoes to the mixture. If using vegan feta, add it now as well.
- Combine Flour: Gradually fold in the flour until just combined.
- Fill Muffin Tray: Divide the batter among the muffin cups and top with extra sundried tomatoes or feta if desired.
- Bake: Bake for about 25-26 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow muffins to cool completely before removing them from the tin.
One-Bowl Savory Vegan Muffins with Carrots
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour
- ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1¼ cups unsweetened non-dairy milk (e.g., almond milk)
- ½ cup unsweetened soy yogurt
- Vegetables:
- ½ cup grated carrot (about one medium carrot)
- ½ cup grated zucchini (about one small zucchini)
- Garnish:
- Fresh chives or green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin pan.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together all dry ingredients until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the non-dairy milk and soy yogurt until almost fully mixed.
- Fold in Vegetables: Add grated carrot and zucchini, mixing just until combined.
- Scoop into Muffin Pan: Use an ice cream scoop to fill each muffin cup evenly and sprinkle with reserved chives on top.
- Bake: Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until muffins are slightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool for about 10-15 minutes before removing from the pan.
Both recipes are nutritious and easy to prepare, making them perfect for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day! Enjoy your baking!