Cozy Veggie Bars (Printable Version)
Savory bars featuring roasted vegetables, oats, and cheese for a wholesome, satisfying snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup grated carrots (130 g)
02 - 1 cup grated zucchini, drained (120 g)
03 - 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper (60 g)
04 - 1/2 cup thawed frozen peas (60 g)
05 - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion (30 g)
→ Dairy & Eggs
06 - 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (75 g)
07 - 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (25 g)
08 - 3 large eggs
→ Grains
09 - 1 cup rolled oats (90 g)
10 - 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (60 g)
11 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
→ Seasonings
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
15 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
16 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix grated carrots, zucchini, diced red bell pepper, peas, and chopped red onion.
03 - Incorporate rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, thyme, and garlic powder into the vegetable mixture and stir to combine.
04 - Fold shredded cheddar and grated parmesan cheese into the mixture evenly.
05 - Whisk eggs together with olive oil in a separate bowl, then pour into the vegetable and dry mixture, combining thoroughly.
06 - Spread the combined mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan.
07 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until set and golden on top.
08 - Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting out and slicing into bars; serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They're actually good for you, but taste indulgent enough that you won't feel like you're eating health food.
- One pan, minimal cleanup, and they disappear fast whether you're feeding yourself or a crowd.
- Perfect for meal prep or grabbing when you're running out the door—no guilt, all nutrition.
02 -
- Don't skip squeezing the zucchini dry—moisture is the enemy of a properly textured bar, and this one step determines whether you succeed or fail.
- These bars will look a little soft when they first come out of the oven, but they continue to set as they cool, so trust the timing and don't overbake them trying to get them extra firm.
03 -
- Use a box grater to grate your vegetables quickly and consistently, and please squeeze that zucchini like your life depends on it—dry vegetables make superior bars.
- If you're cooking for someone with dietary restrictions, these adapt beautifully to gluten-free oats and flour without any other changes, making them inclusive without feeling like a compromise.