Baked Parmesan Zucchini Recipe
This Baked Parmesan Zucchini recipe is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring tender zucchini quarters coated in a savory blend of Parmesan cheese and herbs, baked to golden perfection and finished with a crisp broil. Perfect for a healthy, easy-to-make vegetable dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Zucchini
- 4 medium zucchini (quartered lengthwise and patted dry)
Parmesan Herb Mixture
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place it on a baking sheet; set aside. This setup ensures the zucchini cooks evenly and crisps beautifully.
- Mix Parmesan and Herbs: In a small bowl, combine the freshly grated Parmesan, dried thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste. This mixture will give the zucchini a deliciously aromatic and cheesy flavor.
- Assemble Zucchini: Arrange the quartered zucchini onto the prepared baking sheet with the cooling rack. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the zucchini pieces, then sprinkle the Parmesan and herb mixture evenly across the top to coat each piece.
- Bake and Broil: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the zucchini until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Halfway through baking, flip the zucchini pieces to ensure even cooking. After baking, switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the tops are crisp and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the zucchini from the oven and serve immediately. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley leaves for a fresh and colorful finishing touch.
Notes
- Make sure to pat the zucchini dry after quartering to help them crisp up during baking.
- If you don’t have a cooling rack, you can place zucchini directly on a baking sheet but monitor carefully as they might be less crispy.
- Adjust herbs and seasoning to your preference for a personalized flavor.
- Serve this dish as a healthy side to grilled meats, pasta, or as a vegetarian appetizer.
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