Easy Cheesy Zucchini Bake
A delightful and comforting dish featuring fresh zucchini, gooey cheese, and a crispy topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the zucchini by washing and slicing it into about 1/4-inch rounds, sprinkling with salt and letting it sit for 10 minutes to reduce moisture.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Cook the zucchini for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the zucchini and garlic mixture with the shredded cheese and breadcrumbs in a large bowl.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with reserved cheese and breadcrumbs if desired.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or add herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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