When I was a child, I distinctly remember the absolute thrill I experienced when my mom would announce we were having breakfast for dinner. Breakfast…for dinner? Pancakes, eggs, bacon, waffles…at night? Yes please! There was always something really special about switching it up from the “normal” dinner fare.

I still feel that way every once in a while. I mean, who says you have to eat breakfast in the morning only?

There is one type of pancake I’ve had over the years that actually seems normal to serve during dinner time, and I thought it would be a perfect choice for this Sunday Supper’s “breakfast for dinner” theme. Zucchini pancakes are my favorite savory pancake to make in my kitchen – you still get the fun aspect of eating the breakfast food, but in a slightly more dinner appropriate flavor, perhaps! I like that I can get a serving of vegetables in by eating this dish too.

In the past, my mother would serve zucchini pancakes without topping, but I thought it would take them to the next level with some sautéed tomatoes and feta cheese. It’s a great combination – the savory pancake, the sweet tomatoes, and the salty/creaminess of the feta. And, as it turns out, this topping is kind of a staple in our house as a dinner side dish – I usually sauté chopped zucchini along with the tomato mixture! Or I’ve also been known to use spinach for a warm spinach salad. Yum.

Anyway, the next time you have a few zucchinis lying around and you’re looking for something different to make for dinner, think about trying these pancakes! They get my seal of approval, at least!

Do you enjoy breakfast for dinner? What’s your favorite breakfast food to dine on at night?

Zucchini Pancakes with Sautéed Tomatoes and Feta

Makes about ten 4″ pancakes

Ingredients

For the pancakes:

2 medium zucchinis

2 eggs

1/2 cup flour

1/2 cup diced onion

2 cloves minced garlic

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper

For the sauteed tomatoes:

1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered

1/4 cup onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper

Crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

1. Use a grater to shred the zucchini, and set aside.

2. In a bowl, combine egg, flour, onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well, then gently stir in shredded zucchini and parmesan cheese.

3. Heat a skillet/griddle to medium. Spray with nonstick spray if needed/desired. Scoop spoonfuls of pancake batter into the center of the pan, spreading the batter to about 1/4 inch thick and about 4 inches wide. The batter will not naturally spread itself out – don’t be afraid to shape the pancake as you scoop. Cook pancake for about 3 minutes until underside is golden, then flip with a spatula and cook for an additional 3 minutes on the other side. When pancake is complete, set aside on a clean plate (or, if you’re like me, preheat your oven to a very low heat, line a baking sheet with foil, and place the pancakes in the oven as you make them – they’ll stay warm as you put everything else together).

4. Meanwhile, begin preparing the sauteed tomatoes. Heat another pan over medium heat. Add olive oil, minced garlic, and onions to the pan and saute for 2-3 minutes until the onions soften and become fragrant. Add tomatoes and a pinch of salt and pepper. Saute the tomato mixture for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes have softened and are heated through.

5. To serve, scoop tomato mixture on top of the zucchini pancakes and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese. Enjoy!

 

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Make sure you check out the other awesome recipes from the Sunday Supper crew!

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Steak and Egg Tostadas from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen

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Homemade Lox from Growing Up Gabel

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Bacon & Brie Potato Bread Strata with Roasted Pears from Eat, Move, Shine

Saucy Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sliders from Daily Dish Recipes

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Red Pepper and Egg Galette from Healthy. Delicious.

Waffles – One Plate, Two Ways: Sweet & Savory from Foxes Love Lemons

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Normally it would be very socially unacceptable to have wine with your breakfast, but seeing as this is closer to sunset than sunrise, we say go for it!!!

Hangtown Fry and Wine Pairings with Breakfast for Dinner from ENOFYLZ Wine Blog