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    Home » Keto Recipes » Keto Dinner

    Zucchini Sushi - Keto Sushi Recipe

    Published: Oct 10, 2019 · Modified: Jun 4, 2022 by Radwa · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    You are probably not going to find this keto zucchini sushi in a Japanese sushi bar. But this zucchini sushi is delicious and an alternative to regular sushi, which is stuffed with rice. 

    Keto Zucchini Sushi in a plate
    one Zucchini Sushi in chopsticks

    What I used in making this keto sushi recipe:

    Make sure you have the below-listed ingredients in your kitchen to make keto zucchini sushi.

    ingredients

    Minced beef
    Zucchini
    onion
    Cheddar cheese
    Keto tomato sauce

    Spices:
    Dry basil
    Garlic powder
    Chilli powder
    Cinnamon
    Ginger powder
    Salt

    You will find the measurements in the recipe box.

    a plate full of Zucchini Sushi

    How to make keto zucchini sushi recipe

    Steps of making the recipe
    Steps of making the recipe
    • In a small pot, place the minced beef, onion and some water on medium fire.
    • Leave it for 10 minutes, then add all spices and keep cooking the beef until it is fully cooked.
    • After that, add the tomato sauce to the cooked beef and remove it from the stove.
    • Slice the zucchini in half crosswise.
    • Then, Using a knife discard the zucchini centre carefully.
    • After that, boil the zucchini for 5 minutes, to make it a little soft.
    • Then, in an oven tray, place the zucchini rings.
    • Then, fill the rings with the first layer of the cheddar cheese, press the cheese inside the ring down, leaving the top unfilled.
    • After that, add the second layer, which will be the cooked beef.
    • Finally, add cheddar cheese on the top of each zucchini ring.
    • Then, bake for 30 minutes on 230 C.
    • Garnish with parsley, then serve.
    Zucchini Sushi in a plate and chopsticks

    Tips for better keto zucchini sushi recipe

    • Don't over boil the zucchini, it will be mashed.
    • The spices listed in this recipe is based on my personal preference. So, feel free to add what you like.
    Zucchini Sushi close up shot

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    Zucchini Sushi - Keto Sushi Recipe

    You are probably not going to find this keto zucchini sushi in a Japanese sushi bar. But this zucchini sushi is delicious and an alternative to regular sushi, which is stuffed with rice. 
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine Japanese, keto, low-carb
    Keyword easy Zucchini Sushi, Zucchini Sushi
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 486kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Baking pan
    • Pot
    • Kitchen knife
    • Chopping board

    Ingredients

    • 250 G Minced beef
    • 2 Zucchini large
    • ½ Minced onion
    • ½ Cup Cheddar cheese shredded
    • 3 tablespoon Low carb tomato sauce

    Spices:

    • ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon powder
    • ¼ teaspoon Ginger powder
    • ½ teaspoon Dry basil
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon Chilli powder
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt

    Instructions

    • In a small pot, place the minced beef, onion and some water on medium fire.
    • After 10 minutes, add all spices and keep cooking the beef until it is fully cooked.
    • After that, add the tomato sauce to the cooked beef and remove it from the stove.
    • Slice the zucchini in half crosswise.
    • Then, Using a knife discard the zucchini centre carefully.
    • After that, boil the zucchini for 5 minutes, to make it a little soft.
    • Now, in an oven tray, place the zucchini rings.
    • Then, fill the rings with the first layer of the cheddar cheese, press the cheese inside the ring down, leaving the top unfilled.
    • After that, add the second layer, which will be the cooked beef.
    • Finally, add cheddar cheese on the top of each zucchini ring.
    • Bake for 30 minutes on 230 C.
    • Garnish with parsley, then serve.

    Notes

    • Don't over boil the zucchini, it will be mashed.
    • The spices listed in this recipe is based on my personal preference. So, feel free to add what you like.
    To store: keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
    To reheat: Pop it in the microwave or oven.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1person | Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 691mg | Potassium: 991mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 899IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 264mg | Iron: 4mg
    Zucchini Sushi in a plate
    one keto Zucchini Sushi in chopsticks

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