Ingredients

  • 3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 6 large egg whites
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/3 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Method

  • Toss zucchini with flour. In a
  • coated with cooking spray, saute zucchini in oil until crisp-tender and lightly browned. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites, eggs, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, yogurt, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir in zucchini. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with poppy seeds and remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.