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Directions
- Grate the zucchini and carrot into a bowl.
- Add ½ teaspoon salt to the grated zucchini and let it sit for 10 minutes. Squeeze out the liquid thoroughly using your hands or a clean cloth.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Add the squeezed zucchini-carrot mixture.
- Mix in ¼ teaspoon salt, Italian herbs, and ground red pepper.
- Stir in 3–4 tablespoons breadcrumbs to absorb excess moisture. Combine well.
- In a pan, heat Sauté chopped leeks for 2 minutes.
- Divide the zucchini mixture into two equal parts.
- Add spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Add minced garlic and stir.
- Turn off heat. Add cream cheese, nutmeg, and salt to taste. Stir until creamy.
- Add half the grated cheese (50 g) to the spinach filling. Mix well.
- In another pan, heat olive oil. Place one half of the zucchini mixture and flatten into a round patty (like a crust).
- Cook for 2–3 minutes on medium heat.
- Spread the spinach-cheese filling evenly on top.
- Cover with the second half of the zucchini mixture, spreading it gently to seal the filling inside.
- Sprinkle the rest of the grated cheese (50 g) over the top.
- Cover and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- Carefully flip using parchment paper or a plate, then cook the other side until golden and cheese is melted.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
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