Description
Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make side dish with this Baked Parmesan Zucchini recipe. Tender zucchini rounds are coated in a flavorful blend of olive oil, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, then baked until golden and crisp. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini:
- 4 medium zucchinis (sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare zucchini: In a large bowl, toss zucchini slices with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Bake: Arrange zucchini on the baking sheet, sprinkle with Parmesan, and bake for 15–18 minutes until tender and golden.
- Finish: Optional: broil for extra browning, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a crunchier version, coat zucchini slices in breadcrumbs and Parmesan before baking.
- Try slicing zucchini lengthwise for a different presentation.
- Pair with marinara or ranch for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
