Description
This Zucchini Cheese Bake is a comforting dish featuring layers of tender zucchini, gooey melted cheese, and a hint of garlic. It’s simple, versatile, and perfect for sneaking in some veggies.
Ingredients
3 medium-sized zucchinis
Mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
2 cloves of garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach, red pepper flakes, fresh basil or thyme
Instructions
1. Wash and slice zucchinis into thin rounds.
2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Layer zucchini slices in a baking dish, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
4. Repeat layers, ending with cheese on top.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
For a crispy top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg