Description
A delicious and healthy Loaded Zucchini Bake packed with vegetables and cheese, perfect for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchinis, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and toss until everything is well coated.
- Spread the vegetable mixture evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños to the vegetable mixture.
- You can also substitute the black beans with cooked ground turkey or chicken for a heartier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg