Description
🥒 Enjoy a low‑calorie veggie side that’s packed with flavor and nutrients.
🧀 The golden Parmesan crust adds a satisfying crunch without deep‑frying.
Ingredients
– 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt, to taste
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– 1 cup (about 100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese (pre-shredded works as well)
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a broil-safe baking sheet with foil for easier cleanup, if desired.
2-Arrange the zucchini slices: Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer on the sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss until every piece is lightly coated.
3-Sprinkle seasoning: Sprinkle the slices evenly with salt and pepper.
4-Add Parmesan: Distribute the grated Parmesan over each slice, covering the surface.
5-Bake the zucchini: Bake on the middle rack for about 10 minutes, or until the zucchini is just fork-tender.
6-Broil for finishing: Switch the oven to the high broil setting and broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese is bubbly and golden-brown.
7-Serve: Remove, let cool briefly, and serve hot.
Notes
🥒 Slice thickness matters: thinner (¼‑inch) slices give a softer bite, while thicker (½‑inch) stay firmer.
🔥 Keep a close eye during the broil step; the cheese can burn quickly.
🍅 Serve with warm marinara or pizza sauce for dipping, or add chopped pepperoni beneath the cheese for a heartier version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking, Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (≈¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 106 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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