This cheesy Baked Parmesan Zucchini is a quick and easy vegetable side dish that is incredibly satisfying with its crispy cheese topping.
Author:Paula
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:17 minutes
Yield:4 to 5 servings
Category:Side Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Zucchini:
2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds
Seasoning:
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheese Topping:
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a broil-safe baking sheet with foil for easier clean-up.
Prepare zucchini: Place zucchini slices on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly and spread them out in a single layer.
Season: Sprinkle the zucchini slices with salt and pepper according to taste.
Add cheese: Top each zucchini slice with parmesan cheese.
Bake: Bake on the center rack for approximately 10 minutes, until the zucchini is just fork-tender. Then, set the broiler to high and broil for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serve: Serve the Baked Parmesan Zucchini immediately and enjoy!