Versatile Fresh Vegetables and Cheese

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for **Versatile Fresh Vegetables and Cheese**, a quick and satisfying dish bursting with the essence of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Featuring a medley of crisp zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red bell pepper, all lightly sautéed with garlic and onions, this dish is elevated with the addition of gooey mozzarella, nutty parmesan, and aromatic basil. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect balance of wholesome vegetables and indulgent cheesy comfort. Whether you serve it as a hearty vegetarian main, a colorful side dish, or paired with crusty bread or grilled protein, this recipe is as flexible as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-skillet wonder promises irresistible flavors and effortless cleanup!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
• 6 large fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash and prepare the vegetables: slice the zucchini into thin rounds, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, and thinly slice the yellow onion.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, stirring for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the vegetables with an even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are lightly golden.

Step 8

Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm as a standalone dish or as a side to grilled protein or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1049.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1071.9

Total Fat 67.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 117.9mg	0%
Sodium 7220.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 1439.8mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2023.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 24.4%