Description
Deliciously cheesy and garlicky zucchini steaks baked to perfection, making a flavorful and healthy side dish or vegetarian main. This recipe features tender zucchini slices topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, infused with fresh garlic and Italian seasoning for a savory low-carb delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Steaks
- 2 large zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Arrange and season zucchini: Place the zucchini steaks on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse them with flavor.
- Bake initial zucchini: Bake the zucchini steaks in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until they are just tender but still hold their shape.
- Add garlic and cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the zucchini steaks, then top each with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Finish baking: Return the zucchini to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Optional broil: For a golden, slightly crisp cheese topping, broil the zucchini steaks for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm as a tasty side dish or vegetarian main course.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the zucchini before baking.
- Swap mozzarella or Parmesan with provolone or cheddar cheese for variation.
- This dish works wonderfully as a side or a vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
