Description
Baked Parmesan Zucchini Rounds are a delicious and healthy side dish featuring tender zucchini slices topped with a crispy, golden layer of Parmesan cheese. These rounds are seasoned with garlic powder, Italian herbs, and a touch of salt and pepper, then baked to perfection for a low-carb, vegetarian-friendly snack or accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare zucchini slices: In a mixing bowl, toss the zucchini rounds with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until the slices are uniformly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Lay the seasoned zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping for even baking and crispiness.
- Add Parmesan topping: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over each zucchini round to create a crispy, flavorful crust during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the Parmesan cheese turns golden brown and crisp.
- Optional broiling for extra crispiness: For an extra crispy finish, broil the zucchini rounds for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a tasty side dish or a healthy low-carb snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the zucchini rounds for 1–2 minutes at the end of the baking time.
- Adding a sprinkle of breadcrumbs along with the Parmesan cheese can increase crunchiness.
- You can experiment with different cheeses or seasoning blends to vary flavors.
- This recipe works well as a gluten-free and vegetarian option.
