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A plate of baked zucchini slices topped with melted cheese and herbs, served on a white dish.
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Parmesan Roasted Zucchini

Try this simple recipe for Parmesan roasted zucchini in the oven. It’s a perfectly crispy and flavorful side dish for any meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free
Servings (Adjustable): 4
Calories: 160kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 large garlic clove minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Cut the ends off each zucchini.
    A person is slicing the end off a zucchini on a wooden cutting board with a knife.
  • Cut the zucchinis into ½-thick slices.
    Sliced zucchini arranged on a wooden cutting board with a knife and a whole zucchini on a marble surface.
  • Place zucchini slices in a large bowl.
    A glass bowl filled with evenly sliced zucchini rounds on a white marble surface.
  • Add the olive oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix well to coat the zucchini slices evenly.
    Sliced zucchini in a glass bowl, topped with chopped herbs, ground pepper, and seasonings on a white marble surface.
  • Arrange the zucchini slices on a baking sheet, making sure they are in a single layer for even roasting.
    A glass bowl of sliced zucchini mixed with herbs and oil is held above a black baking tray.
  • Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top of each zucchini slice.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the zucchinis are golden and the cheese has turned golden. Keep an eye on them to keep them from burning.
  • Remove from the oven and serve warm.

Notes

Choose smaller zucchini when possible. Smaller zucchini usually have fewer seeds and firmer flesh, which helps them roast better without turning watery.
Pat the zucchini dry if it looks very moist. Zucchini naturally holds a lot of water. If the slices look wet after cutting, a quick pat with a paper towel can help them roast instead of steaming.
Use freshly grated Parmesan if you can. Freshly grated cheese melts and browns more evenly than pre-shredded varieties, which often contain anti-caking agents that slow browning.
 
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 628mg | Potassium: 308mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 528IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 1mg

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