Zucchini Margherita
Elevate your appetizer game with Zucchini Margherita, a vibrant, low-carb twist on the classic Italian favorite! This recipe transforms tender zucchini rounds into mini pizza-style bites, topped with rich marinara sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then baked to bubbly perfection, these bites are as healthy as they are flavorful. Each serving is beautifully garnished with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan, making it an elegant yet easy dish to serve as an appetizer, snack, or light side. Ready in just 30 minutes, Zucchini Margherita is a quick, wholesome, and irresistible crowd-pleaser for any occasion! Keywords: zucchini appetizer, zucchini pizza, low-carb recipe, healthy snack ideas, baked zucchini.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Marinara sauce
- 6 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 12 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and slice them into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
Place the zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides of the slices with olive oil and sprinkle them evenly with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Bake the zucchini slices in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they begin to soften slightly.
Meanwhile, slice the fresh mozzarella into small rounds or tear it into small chunks. Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves.
Remove the zucchini slices from the oven and spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of marinara sauce onto each slice. Spread the sauce evenly using the back of a spoon.
Top each zucchini slice with a piece of fresh mozzarella and a halved cherry tomato.
Return the zucchini slices to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the zucchini margherita bites from the oven and let them cool slightly. Garnish each slice with a fresh basil leaf and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or light side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.7 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 516 mg | 11% | |
*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.
