Description
A simple recipe for crispy baked zucchini coated in Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Slice the zucchini into rounds about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a bowl, toss the zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the zucchini slices.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is golden brown.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly toast the Parmesan cheese under the broiler for the last minute, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- You can substitute dried Italian seasoning for a portion of the pepper if you prefer more flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 7
Keywords: baked zucchini, parmesan, vegetable side, easy recipe, low carb