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Keto Zucchini Grilled Cheese (and Wolf Gourmet Giveaway!)

Why not use thick slices of zucchini as the “bread” for a healthy grilled cheese? It’s deliciously low carb, and seriously melty. So easy to make and a great keto snack, side dish, or even dinner!

Zucchini grilled cheese sandwiches in a stack on a wooden cutting boardThese fun little zucchini grilled cheese sandwiches were made on the new Wolf Gourmet Countertop Griddle. You’ve got to check this awesome thing out! Plus I am giving one away, so be sure to enter.

I will be the first to admit that I own too many kitchen gadgets and countertop appliances. Mind you, it is part of my job to test drive many of these things. But it’s a part of my job I embrace with gusto, much to my husband’s chagrin. Our pantry shelves are busting with my kitchen “toys”.

But this electric griddle is so fabulous and I feel like I didn’t know what was missing in my life. From the moment I started to play with it, I was saying to my husband how much I loved it.

I basically turned to him and said, in a wheedling child like voice: “I loooooove it! I neeeeeeed it!”. He just laughed and shook his head. He knows me far too well.

Let me give you the specs on this gorgeous thing straight from the horse’s mouth, as it were. Because Wolf is one of the premiere names in full size appliances so you know this is going to be good…

Wolf Gourmet® Griddle

Versatile Countertop Cooking: The Wolf Gourmet® Griddle is designed with a thick cast aluminum cooking surface mirroring the precision, quality and look of a Wolf built-in griddle. With this one countertop cooking tool, you can grill, sear, sauté, steam and melt with professional results.
Precision Heating: The griddle contains precision heating elements embedded directly into the large, 12” x 17” nonstick cooking surface. This results in superior heat retention and evenly cooked food.
Simple Steaming: A unique stainless steel lid allows you to steam a variety of foods like shrimp or lobster tails. It also protects the cooktop when stored.
More Techniques, Less Mess: Seamlessly switch from steaming a side of vegetables to searing a steak without creating extra pots and pans to wash. The nonstick surface wipes down easily and a removable drip tray is dishwasher safe.

Additional Features: The Wolf Gourmet® Griddle is equipped with a precision temperature control knob for increased control over the cooking temperature, which can be set up to 450 degrees. The flared rim around the cooking surface offers the home chef more control while turning or stirring food.

The Wolf Gourmet Griddle is available at Williams Sonoma or Sur La Table and retails for $549.

Countertop griddle with bacon and sausage being cooked on top

How to Make Zucchini Grilled Cheese

The first thing I made on my griddle was breakfast. Or rather, breakfast for dinner, whipping up some bacon, sausage patties, and fried eggs. Worked perfectly and I found I really didn’t need to add much oil to that amazing nonstick surface.

And then, since I have so much darn zucchini in my garden, I decided to have a little fun and make these easy Zucchini Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. These are, of course, insanely easy to make, but I still have a few tips for you.

  1. Use nice big zucchini so you can have decent sized sandwiches. I pulled one from my garden that was about 2 1/2 inches across. I then cut it on a diagonal so my slices were longish. I only used about three quarters of the whole thing but was still able to get 16 good sized slices.
  2. Dry grill them. By this I mean don’t brush them with oil or season them with anything until you’ve grilled them. You can oil the griddle lightly, or if you are using a pan, you can brush the bottom with a little oil. But I find zucchini tends to get much more mushy if you oil it or season it before grilling.
  3. Grill them and then let them drain and pat them dry, to try to get most of the moisture released from the cooking process.
  4. Only then, can you season them and make sandwiches.

I admit, these aren’t really like a true grilled cheese sandwich. But they’re a fun way to eat some zucchini and even my kids at them. With a little coaxing, of course.

Keto grilled cheese made with slices of zucchini as the bread

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Disclosure: Wolf Gourmet sent me a griddle of my own in exchange for this post.

Zucchini being grilled on a countertop griddle

4.97 from 26 votes
Keto grilled cheese made with slices of zucchini as the bread
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Zucchini Grilled Cheese
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Why not use thick slices of zucchini as the "bread" for a healthy grilled cheese? It's deliciously low carb, and seriously melty. So easy to make and a great keto snack, side dish, or even dinner!

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: zucchini grilled cheese
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 195 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1/2 large zucchini
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 6 ounces cheese of choice, thinly sliced
  • avocado oil for the griddle
Instructions

  1. Preheat a countertop griddle to 350F or place a large skillet over medium heat. Brush lightly with avocado oil.

  2. Slice the zucchini on the diagonal into 16 slices, about 1/2 inch thick each, and lay on the griddle or in the pan (for a skillet, you may need to work in batches). Cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.

  3. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate and let sit to drain a few minutes. Pat the tops dry with a rag or more paper towel.

  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle one side of each zucchini slice with the seasoning mixture.

  5. Pair the zucchini slices by approximate size, and divide the sliced cheese between them, to make 8 sandwiches. Brush the griddle or pan with a little more oil or some butter and lay the sandwiches down on the grill. Let cook until the cheese is melted.

  6. Serve hot and melty!

Nutrition Facts
Zucchini Grilled Cheese
Amount Per Serving (2 sandwiches)
Calories 195 Calories from Fat 134
% Daily Value*
Fat 14.9g23%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Fiber 0.8g3%
Protein 11g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  3. I love your recipes! Your site is the first place I check for the best low carb recipes. I’ve been following you since 2014. Thanks so much for all you do!! 🙂

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  7. My husband feels the same way about my gadgets! Ha Trying to Konmari my kitchen, but what if EVERYTHING sparks joy?? 😉

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  8. I love kitchen gadgets and appliances. I need a bigger kitchen to hold them all (and to get more 😉).

    Thanks for all you do!!

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      • 5 stars
        We so miss having a grill since we moved into an apartment. I use to grill zucchini all the time and your recipe sounds great!!

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  11. 5 stars
    Love zucchini and cheese! Looking forward to trying this delish dish!
    The grill looks amazing too!
    Thank you for sharing your incredible recipes! 💗

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    • I love most of your recipes. Thanks for making things so easy. My go to quick meal has been your waffle recipe. Thanks again for sharing your kitchen with us.

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  16. Hi! Wow, what an amazing prize! Thanks forgiving us a chance to win one! (BTW, maybe my kids will eat zucchini as grilled cheese!)

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  23. Love zuchinni. Will have to try this….luckily for more zuchinni is one of my favorite vegetables. I use it often. Love your recipes!! They have helped me convert to keto!!
    Thank you!!

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  24. I love Wolf brand appliances and am seriously excited they’re getting into the small appliance game 😍

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  27. 5 stars
    You are so creative about using our delicious food choices to keep us from getting bored. I’d love to use the griddle to teach my granddaughter more cooking methods since we enjoy the kitchen together. She’s 9. Thanks so much.

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  35. 5 stars
    Mmm, is there anything better then cheesy zucchini?!? It looks so yummy. I just wish I could get them to grow in my garden boxes. Not had much luck the last couple years trying to grow them ☹️

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  40. Hi, not that I have room for another appliance of that size, but wow, it looks fabulous as do the zucchini grilled cheese sandwiches.

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  55. Can’t wait to try this! Your recipes are always new and refreshing takes on my old carb favorites that fit within my keto lifestyle. I appreciate all you do!

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  66. I also am a kitchen gadget lover! I need to build another pantry to keep them all in!!! This grill looks awesome and I know my husband would love it just as much as me!

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  71. These look absolutely amazing. Growing up I really disliked Zucchini but since starting a low carb way of eating I’ve come to LOVE it. I need to give these a try!!

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  74. 👋 This grill looks totally worth a coveted spot on the kitchen counter. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  76. I can’t wait to try this recipe. My family has loved every recipe I have made of yours. Thanks for all your hard work.

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  78. This is the first year I have grown zucchini in my garden. Always LOVE your recipes, so anything new using zucchini (this time of year especially) is SO appreciated! THANK YOU for all you do!

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  92. Thank You so much Carolyn for ask the hard work you put in for all of us. I’m a huge fan!! This recipe looks delicious!! Can’t wait to try it. Too bad I can’t enter the giveaway because I’m not a US resident but happy to say I’m 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

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  104. 5 stars
    I’ve not found one of your recipes that I haven’t loved! Most recently is the keto ice cream….I’m a wee bit adicted… 😁

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  105. 5 stars
    Thank you for ALL you do, Carolyn. This recipe looks amazing. I own all your cookbooks and have already preordered the newest one.

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  106. The griddle I was using was from my parents and it died recently. Haven’t replaced it as yet. This griddle would be a great addition and is sorely needed.

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  113. Perfect timing! I was just gifted a huge zucchini and this recipe will be the perfect way to eat it up! I love your blog, recipes, and cookbooks. You’re so inspiring and I really appreciate you sharing your gifts with the world!!

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  120. Love your blog with all the recipes and food/gadget reviews. Thanks for the opportunity to win such a fantastic griddle. I amy not NEED it, but I want it!! First, I need a pantry so I can see my counters! However, I can envision this gadget on my counter!!!

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  129. These are amazingly good!!! I love zucchini and cheese! What a perfect combo!! Thank you for a great recipe!!

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  135. I’d love to add this to my MANY gadgets! This recipe, like all of your recipes, looks fantastic! I made myself a batch of your peanut butter popsicles yesterday. So, so, so good 🙂

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  143. That griddle looks so dreamy! And this zucchini recipe is perfect for using up the abundance of summer zucchini, YUM!

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  144. That Zucchini Grilled Cheese looks so delicious! I’m always looking for new recipe’s. I signed up for your email, looking forward to it!

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  146. That looks like a wonderful grill. I love gadgets. I entered to win this one. Your recopies are great. I will definitely make these fritters!

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  150. These look so cute and yummy! Would love to make them – and hope that my picky kids would eat them too. Can’t wait!

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    • Those would definitely be good! Originally I thought about making a zucchini “crust” but I got lazy!

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  164. I am trying to change my diet lifestyle and bread is not on my list of foods to eat. These little zucchini grilled cheese sandwiches look and sound delicious! I can’t wait to try them. Thanks!
    p.s. I signed up for your newsletter 🙂

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  167. This looks like a fun product. I like to cook and think I could make good use of this, Thank. you for the chance to win.

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  173. Hi, That zuchinni grilled cheese looks amazing and will be trying that one out with my kids. Thanks for these wonderful recipes.

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  180. Turned out delicious! I cooked my zucchini on the smoker as my kitchen is too hot already and used Jarlsberg cheese because that’s what was in my fridge, and they were delicious!

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  187. Hi! I’m always looking for new foods for our guests…and guests we have! Family and friends come to lake all summer and we have a tiny place south where family and friends come to get away from the cold. We spend so much time entertaining and such a wide variety of diets and tastes.

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  193. I really like zucchini pizzas, but I have never thought about zucchini grilled cheese. Everything tastes good with cheese!

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  202. 5 stars
    I cannot wait to try these with some of the larger zucchini I find in the garden. I’m pretty sure I can convince the husband to try these as well!

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  205. After being diagnosed with prediabetes two years ago, your blog and cookbook have been my saving grace. Thank you for all you do.

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  215. I love most of your recipes. Thanks for making things so easy. Thanks again for sharing your kitchen with us.

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  217. 5 stars
    Hello! This sounds so good definitely gonna try it one day!!! Just came across your blog and plan to visit often!

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  221. This recipe looks delicious. I do love the looks of this griddle as well. Thanks for such an amazing giveaway!

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  224. This grill is amazing. I would never have thought to make a sandwich with zucchini…I am going to try because it looks delicious.

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  226. So this griddle would go down as one of those things I didn’t know I needed until I saw it….I’m obsessed now!

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  228. Hi!! Can’t wait to try this, just picked up some zucchini from the farmer’s market! Looks like it’ll hit my grilled cheese cravings right on the nose. YUM! Love, love, love the idea of that griddle, it’s headed straight for my Amazon wishlist! 🙂

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