Zucchini and Carrot Muffins

Featuring: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene which can help you see in the dark. Zucchini is rich in lutein and zeaxanthin which can help prevent macular degeneration. Apples are high in vitamin C which may protect against cataracts.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ⅓ cup ground flax
  • ⅓ cup oat bran
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup grated carrot
  • ½ cup grated zucchini
  • 1 peeled apple, grated
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and prepare a 12 muffin pan.
  2. In a large bowl: combine oil, sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla. Mix well.
  3. In a medium bowl: combine whole wheat flour, ground flax, oat bran, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients just until moistened.
  5. Next, stir in carrots, apples, raisins, and nuts, if using.
  6. Divide batter evenly between the 12 muffin cups.
  7. Bake at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes. The muffins are done when you insert a toothpick and it comes out clean. Let cool and enjoy!

Zucchini and Carrot Muffins

Beta-carotene (Vitamin A)
Vitamin C
Zeaxanthin
Lutein