Zucchini Parmesan Recipe
Zucchini Parmesan is a delightful vegetarian casserole that features layers of roasted zucchini, flavorful tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan cheese. This dish is a comforting and satisfying way to enjoy the bounty of summer zucchinis.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 squares 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 to 7 medium zucchini (about 2 1/2 pounds) (trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch thick slabs)
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups red pasta sauce, (homemade or your favorite store-bought)
- 6 to 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, (torn or sliced)
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Handful basil leaves, (torn, for garnish)
Instructions
- Get ready. Position one rack in the middle and one rack in the top third of your oven. Preheat to 400°F. Brush a large sheet pan and a 9 x13-inch baking dish with a little olive oil.
- Roast the zucchini. Arrange the zucchini in the sheet pan in one layer. Season with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Bake until soft but not fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
- Assemble the casserole. Layer sauce, zucchini, mozzarella, and Parmesan in the baking dish. Repeat layers, ending with zucchini on top.
- Bake then broil. Bake until tender and cheese melts. Broil briefly for a golden top.
- Rest. Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve. Cut into squares, garnish with torn basil, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Zucchini Parmesan, Zucchini Casserole, Vegetarian Zucchini Recipe
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