Heart-Healthy Cheesy Baked Zucchini
Satisfy your craving for a comforting yet guilt-free side dish with this Heart-Healthy Cheesy Baked Zucchini recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, oregano, and basil, zucchini rounds are roasted to tender perfection before being topped with a golden, bubbly duo of parmesan and low-fat mozzarella cheese. A drizzle of heart-smart olive oil keeps this dish light and healthy, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant, herbaceous finish. In just 35 minutes, this quick, easy, and nutrient-packed recipe becomes the star of any meal, offering a deliciously wholesome way to enjoy your vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or meal prepping, this low-calorie, cheesy delight will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and dry the zucchini. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and salt.
Add the zucchini slices to the bowl and toss until the rounds are evenly coated with the olive oil and spice mixture.
Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the zucchini slices.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the zucchini.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the zucchini from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 9683 mg | 421% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1005 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1864 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
