Description
This Baked Parmesan Zucchini is a crispy, cheesy, and healthy side dish made with fresh zucchini slices baked to golden perfection. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet.
- Prep zucchini: Slice zucchini and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Season: Toss zucchini with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Coat: Mix Parmesan and breadcrumbs in a bowl, then press zucchini slices into mixture.
- Bake: Arrange on baking sheet and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Optional crisp: Broil for 1–2 minutes for extra crunch.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs and avoid overcrowding the pan. You can also add a pinch of chili flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: baked parmesan zucchini, zucchini side dish, crispy zucchini, healthy baked vegetables
