Italian Baked Zucchini
Bring a taste of Italy to your table with this flavorful Italian Baked Zucchini recipe! Perfectly hollowed zucchini halves are brushed with a fragrant blend of olive oil, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning, then topped with a mouthwatering mix of parmesan, mozzarella, and crispy breadcrumbs. Baked to golden perfection, this dish delivers a tender, caramelized zucchini base with a crunchy, cheesy topping. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a versatile choice for a wholesome side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley, this easy-to-make recipe is bursting with Mediterranean flavors that are sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cups mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cups breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and pat them dry. Trim off the ends and slice them lengthwise into halves.
Step 3
Using a small spoon, scoop out the seeds to create a hollow center in each zucchini half.
Step 4
Mince the garlic cloves finely. In a small bowl, mix the garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Brush the mixture evenly over the zucchini halves, ensuring the exposed surfaces are coated.
Step 6
Place the seasoned zucchini halves cut side up in a baking dish.
Step 7
In another small bowl, combine the parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and breadcrumbs.
Step 8
Sprinkle the cheese and breadcrumb mixture generously over the zucchini halves.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the topping is golden brown and bubbly.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 11
Serve warm as a side dish or as a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (995.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1146.9 |
| Total Fat 71.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g | |
| Cholesterol 81.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10968.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 57.7g | |
| Protein 42.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1065.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1990.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories