Savory Italian Zucchini Muffins

Total Time: 1 hr Preparation Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• 1 lb zucchini, coarsely grated
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes jiffy corn muffin mix
• 1/2 cup egg substitute
• 2/3 cup skim milk
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 6 tablespoons minced onions
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives, well drained
• 6 tablespoons red bell peppers, minced
• cooking spray

Recipe

• 1 grate the zucchini and spread out on a platter or piece of waxed paper; sprinkle with salt and let stand for at least 30 minutes.
• 2 transfer zucchini to a clean dish towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible, set aside.
• 3 in a medium bowl, combine the muffin mix, egg substitute, milk, garlic powder,and oregano until just moistened; stir in remaining ingredients.
• 4 spray 18 muffins cups with pan spray; spoon in batter.
• 5 bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes, enjoy.