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Baked Spaetzle

with Zucchini
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Average: 4.2 (10 votes)
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Baked Spaetzle

Baked Spaetzle - German favorite dish, served as a casserole - cheap and full of flavor!

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Health Score:
88 / 100
Difficulty:
easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
20 min.
Preparation
ready in 45 min.
Ready in
Calories:
295
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

Noodles and cheese are appealing to most children (and parents). In this delicious vegetable-spätzle combination, kids get the taste they crave plus a generous portion of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins B1, B6, folic acid and the mineral magnesium.

The casserole with whole wheat spaetzle is particularly hearty and rich in fiber. If your family turns up their nose at whole wheat pasta, cook a mix of normal and whole wheat varieties.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie295 cal.(14 %)
Protein13 g(13 %)
Fat9 g(8 %)
Carbohydrates37 g(25 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage5 g(17 %)
Vitamin A0.3 mg(38 %)
Vitamin D0.7 μg(4 %)
Vitamin E2.3 mg(19 %)
Vitamin B₁0.2 mg(20 %)
Vitamin B₂0.2 mg(18 %)
Niacin3.9 mg(33 %)
Vitamin B₆0.2 mg(14 %)
Folate46 μg(15 %)
Pantothenic acid0.7 mg(12 %)
Biotin7.8 μg(17 %)
Vitamin B₁₂0.7 μg(23 %)
Vitamin C37 mg(39 %)
Potassium312 mg(8 %)
Calcium178 mg(18 %)
Magnesium57 mg(19 %)
Iron2.1 mg(14 %)
Iodine9 μg(5 %)
Zinc1.8 mg(23 %)
Saturated fatty acids4 g
Uric acid53 mg
Cholesterol132 mg
Development of this recipe:
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Ingredients

for
10
Ingredients
salt
1 lb
1 sm stalk Leeks
11 ozs Cherry tomatoes
2 Bell pepper (1 each red and yellow)
1 Zucchini
1 Tbsp olive oil
4 ozs aged Gouda
3 eggs
¾ cup Heavy cream
peppers
Nutmeg
How healthy are the main ingredients?
LeekGoudaolive oilsaltZucchiniegg
Preparation

Kitchen utensils

1 large Pot, 1 Silicone spoon, 1 Cutting board, 1 Large knife, 1 Small knife, 1 Sieve, 1 Fine grater, 1 Bowl, 1 Box grater, 1 Fork, 1 rectangular Casserole dish, 1 Tablespoon, 1 Brush

Preparation steps

1.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaetzle until al dente according to package instructions.

2.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 2

Meanwhile, halve leek lengthwise and remove dark-green part. Rinse white part, drain and cut into 1/2-inch wide strips.

3.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 3

Rinse cherry tomatoes, drain and cut in half.

4.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 4

Cut peppers into quarters, remove seeds, rinse, dry and cut into thin strips.

5.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 5

Rinse zucchini, wipe dry, halve lengthwise and cut into slices.

6.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 6

Drain spaetzle in a sieve, rinse under cold water and drain well.

7.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 7

Brush a baking dish with the oil. Mix the spaetzle with the prepared vegetables and spread in the dish. 

8.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 8

Finely grate the cheese into a bowl. Add the eggs and cream and whisk with a fork.

9.
Baked Spaetzle preparation step 9

Season the egg mixture with salt, pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg. Pour into the baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.