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Zucchini Bruschetta

5 from 7 votes
Load up oven-roasted zucchini slices with tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan, fresh basil, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil for a snack that’s bursting with flavor!
Prep Time14 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings (Adjustable): 4
Calories: 94kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 medium zucchini

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan cheese, basil, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Pour the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil into a small cup. Lightly brush the oil onto the parchment paper or baking mat. Cut the zucchini into ¼-inch-thick slices. Place the slices on the baking sheet and brush lightly with oil.
  • Bake for 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and flip each zucchini slice. Lightly brush the remaining oil over the tops. Return to the oven and bake for 3 minutes more.
  • Remove the zucchini from the oven and top each slice with the tomato mixture. Serve immediately while the zucchini slices are still crisp.

Notes

Recipe makes about 20 slices, depending on the size of the zucchini. It’s best to choose one that’s long and narrow.
Replace the zucchini slices with French baguette slices. To make toasted bread in your oven, you can use the broiler. You can even use gluten free bread if you avoid gluten.
Bruschetta with mozzarella has a more complex flavor profile than when you only use Parmesan cheese. You can use fine shreds or sliced fresh mozzarella pearls.
Roma tomatoes are typically used so you can use those instead of the smaller grape tomatoes. Cherry tomatoes are a good option too.
Fresh oregano or parsley can be used with or without the basil for a quick change of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 517IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 0.4mg

Equipment

baking sheet

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