Description
Oven Baked Zucchini and Cheese is the ultimate veggie comfort dish — crispy edges, tender centers, and gooey, melty cheese. With five mouthwatering variations, this recipe transforms simple zucchini into a cheesy, golden masterpiece everyone will love!
Ingredients
4 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for extra richness)
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional for crispy topping)
2 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
VARIATIONS:
1. Italian Style – Add marinara sauce and sprinkle with oregano.
2. Spicy Kick – Mix in crushed red pepper flakes and pepper jack cheese.
3. Creamy Bake – Add a splash of cream or ricotta between layers.
4. Keto Friendly – Skip breadcrumbs and use extra Parmesan.
5. Tex-Mex Twist – Use taco seasoning and top with Monterey Jack cheese.
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Arrange half the zucchini in an even layer in the baking dish.
4. Sprinkle half of the cheeses over the top.
5. Layer the remaining zucchini and top with the rest of the cheese.
6. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top for crunch.
7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden edges.
8. Broil for 1–2 minutes if you like a crisp top.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting and flavor.
Pat zucchini dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture.
Serve as a side dish with chicken, steak, or pasta.
Leftovers are delicious reheated — or enjoy cold as a cheesy veggie snack!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg