Seasonal Veggie Bars Snack (Printable Version)
Savory bars filled with roasted seasonal vegetables, herbs, and cheese—ideal for lunchboxes or snacks.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup diced zucchini
02 - 1 cup grated carrot
03 - 1 cup finely chopped bell pepper (any color)
04 - ½ cup finely chopped red onion
→ Dairy & Eggs
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 4 large eggs
→ Dry Ingredients
07 - 1 cup whole wheat flour
08 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Fresh Herbs
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
→ Other
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, and red onion.
03 - Incorporate the shredded cheddar, parsley, and chives into the vegetable mixture, stirring thoroughly.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with olive oil until fully blended.
05 - Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese, stirring to combine evenly. Sprinkle in the whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
06 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan, smoothing the surface.
07 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is golden and the center is set.
08 - Allow bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Lift out using the parchment paper, cut into 12 bars, and serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They're the sneaky way to get vegetables into lunchboxes without anyone noticing or complaining
- One batch gives you twelve grab-and-go bites that taste infinitely better than store-bought energy bars
- The texture is somehow both tender and substantial—not dry, not soggy, just perfectly balanced
02 -
- Don't skip the cooling time in the pan. I learned this the hard way when I tried to cut them straight out of the oven—they crumbled everywhere. Ten minutes makes all the difference
- Finely chopped vegetables are non-negotiable. Large chunks leave gaps and create an uneven texture. Take the extra minute to dice properly
03 -
- Use a sharp knife and a gentle sawing motion when cutting. This prevents squishing the tender crumb you've worked to create
- The parchment paper trick transforms this from a messy extraction to an elegant lift—it's the difference between rustic crumbles and perfect bars