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Vegetable quick bread; contains fiber and provides moderate carbohydrates.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Zucchini carrot bread (45 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.7 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 4.4 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 94.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 45 g
128
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
19.7g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.4g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 9% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.4 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.95 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 200 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 110 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 399 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Mix grated zucchini and carrot with the wet ingredients, then fold in the dry ingredients and bake until a tester comes out clean. If the zucchini is very watery, squeeze out some liquid first so the loaf does not turn dense.
Zucchini carrot bread is often soggy because the zucchini released too much water or the center was underbaked. Squeeze excess liquid from very wet zucchini and test the center with a toothpick before taking the loaf out.
Zucchini carrot bread can be either sweet or savory. Sweet versions commonly use sugar and warm spices, while savory ones may include herbs or cheese; the vegetables themselves do not make the loaf one style or the other.
Yes, zucchini carrot bread freezes well once it has cooled completely. Freeze it whole or in slices in an airtight package; wrapping slices separately makes it easier to thaw just what you need.
No, zucchini usually does not need peeling for zucchini carrot bread. Wash it well and grate it with the skin on; peel it only if the skin is unusually thick, damaged, or unpleasantly tough.
Yes, an egg-free zucchini carrot bread is possible, though the texture may be denser or more fragile. Replace each egg with a suitable binder such as a flax-and-water mixture, and make sure the recipe has enough leavening.
Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg work well in sweet zucchini carrot bread, while black pepper, thyme, or chili suit savory versions. Choose spices to match the recipe rather than combining every option.
Zucchini carrot bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs. The top should feel set; wet batter on the toothpick means the middle needs more time.
Let zucchini carrot bread cool completely, then keep it in an airtight container. Because the grated vegetables add moisture, avoid leaving it in a warm, humid spot; freeze it if you need to store it longer.
Serve sweet zucchini carrot bread with yogurt, fruit, or a spread of cream cheese. A savory loaf pairs well with soup, salad, or cheese; the best match depends on whether the recipe is sweet or savory.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
94.5µg · 11% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.25µg · 8% DV
B3
0.86mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
5.4µg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Zucchini carrot bread is a savoury or gently sweet quick bread made by folding grated zucchini and carrot into a flour-based batter, often with eggs, oil and spices. It belongs to the home-baking tradition of quick breads, especially popular in North America, where adding carrot is a familiar variation; recipes differ in sweetness and seasoning.
The crumb is soft and moist, with a mild vegetable sweetness. Serve a slice for breakfast or a snack, or alongside soup or a simple salad. It provides some fibre, while its flour-based batter makes it a moderate-carbohydrate choice. For a lighter plate, keep the slice modest and pair it with fresh vegetables or a protein-rich savoury topping.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.