Description
A deliciously easy recipe for Cheesy Garlic Zucchini, perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchinis, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the zucchinis are well coated.
- Spread the zucchini mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the zucchinis.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the zucchini mixture before baking.
- Try substituting the mozzarella with cheddar cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg