Gluten-Light Zucchini Bagel 🥯🥒✨
✨ Why This Recipe Works
A gut-friendly, protein-balanced savory bagel made with grated zucchini, rich curd/curd or ricotta cheese, wholesome oat and einkorn flour, and crusted with toasted sesame seeds! Soft, fluffy on the inside, and golden on the outside.
Crafted with everyday pantry staples and perfected in Mery's home kitchen, this Gluten-Light Zucchini Bagel 🥯🥒✨ brings authentic comfort and vibrant flavors straight to your table. Every step has been carefully timed and measured so home cooks of any skill level can recreate foolproof, delicious results with ease.
With a quick 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, this wholesome dish balances ease and rich flavor without requiring complicated culinary equipment.
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🥗 Ingredients (tap to check off)
- 2 medium medium zucchinis, finely grated and squeezed completely dry
- 1 cup oat flour
- 0.5 cup Einkorn (Whole Grain) flour (or whole wheat / rye flour)
- 1 cup curd or ricotta cheese (Curd / Ricotta-style cheese)
- 2 whole large eggs (1 whole egg + 1 white for dough, reserve 1 yolk for topping)
- 1 tbsp thick yogurt
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
- 0.75 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 yolk reserved egg yolk (whisked with a few drops of grape/mulberry molasses)
- 2 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Grate & Squeeze Zucchini Dry
Finely grate the zucchinis. Place in a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel and wring out vigorously over the sink to remove all excess moisture.
Mix Wet Ingredients & Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, 1 whole egg plus 1 egg white, curd or ricotta cheese, thick yogurt, apple cider vinegar, salt, and fresh chopped dill. Stir well.
Incorporate Healthy Flours
Add the oat flour, Einkorn (Whole Grain) flour, baking powder, and chia seeds. Knead lightly with a spatula or your hands until combined. The dough will feel soft, moist, and slightly sticky.
Shape into Bagel Rings
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly oil your hands. Divide the dough into 4–5 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth log and join the ends firmly to form classic bagel rings.
Brush Molasses Egg Glaze & Sesame
Whisk the reserved egg yolk with a few drops of grape or mulberry molasses (for that signature golden Mediterranean bakery color). Brush liberally over the top of each bagel, then sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 25–30 minutes until deep golden brown on top and firm to the touch.
Cool Slightly & Serve
Let rest on a cooling rack for 10 minutes. Slice in half and enjoy warm with olives, tomatoes, and a cup of fresh Mediterranean tea!
🥞 Storing & Reheating Breakfast Favorites
Make-Ahead & Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Warm gently in a toaster oven, skillet, or preheated 325°F (165°C) oven for 4–5 minutes to restore warmth and golden edges.
🍳 Recommended Kitchen Equipment
Kitchen Note: Having the right kitchen tools ensures foolproof results. We recommend items tested in our own home kitchen.
📊 Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)
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