Description
A delicious layered recipe featuring roasted zucchini and creamy goat cheese, topped with fresh cherry tomatoes and Parmesan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 8 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add the zucchini slices and toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until tender and slightly golden.
- While the zucchini is roasting, mix the goat cheese with the chopped basil in a small bowl until well combined.
- Once the zucchini is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- On a serving platter, layer the zucchini slices, spreading a small amount of the goat cheese mixture between each slice.
- Top the stack with halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle with any remaining olive oil mixture and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a heartier dish, add grilled chicken or shrimp between the layers.
- Experiment with different cheeses, such as feta or ricotta, for a unique flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg