Description
A delicious and effortless way to enjoy zucchini with a cheesy, baked topping, this No-Fry Easy Zucchini Parmesan is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- grated
- 2 zucchini
- grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend (such as Great Value Fiesta Blend)
- or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil and grated garlic.
- Add the grated zucchini and dried oregano, season with salt and pepper, and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the shredded Mexican cheese blend and Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Grated zucchini releases moisture. Squeeze out excess liquid before baking to help prevent a watery dish.
- Use mozzarella, cheddar, or a combination of cheeses if preferred.
- Add fresh basil, roasted red peppers, or crushed red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- Serve as a side dish with chicken, fish, pasta, or a fresh green salad.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: No-Fry Easy Zucchini Parmesan, zucchini recipe, baked zucchini, cheesy zucchini, easy vegetable side dish