Baked Parmesan Zucchini: A Quick, Easy, and Delicious Veggie Side Dish
Baked Parmesan Zucchini is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy a healthy veggie side dish. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a cheesy, flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with any main course. The zucchini is tender, the Parmesan is golden and bubbly, and the whole dish comes together in under 20 minutes!
- Total Time: 17 minutes
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan (pre-shredded works too)
Instructions
- Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Line a broil-safe baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup (optional).
- Season Zucchini:
- Place the zucchini slices on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the slices into a single layer.
- Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- Add Cheese:
- Top each zucchini slice with a generous amount of Parmesan cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake on the center rack for 10 minutes, or until the zucchini is just fork-tender.
- Broil:
- Switch the oven to broil on high.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories: 106 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 13mg