Zucchini Con Grana Padanao Layered Zucchini with Grana Padano

Experience the perfect harmony of flavors and textures with Zucchini Con Grana Padano, a delightful baked dish that combines thinly sliced zucchini, the nutty richness of Grana Padano cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb topping infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and olive oil. This layered zucchini casserole is a celebration of simplicity, bringing together wholesome ingredients in a recipe that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile dish shines as a comforting vegetarian main course or a flavorful side for your favorite protein. With its golden, bubbly crust and aromatic herb blend, every bite promises to elevate your mealtime. Get ready to savor the ultimate combination of cheesy, garlicky goodness with tender zucchini slices baked to perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Zucchini
• 150 grams Grana Padano cheese
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 50 grams Breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Wash the zucchini and slice them thinly into rounds about 2-3mm thick. Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices if possible.

Step 3

Finely grate the Grana Padano cheese and set aside.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the parsley.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, half of the grated Grana Padano, minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Arrange a layer of zucchini slices on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping each slice.

Step 7

Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the zucchini layer and sprinkle a portion of the breadcrumb mixture evenly on top.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process with zucchini, olive oil, and the breadcrumb mixture until you run out of zucchini slices, finishing the top layer with a generous sprinkle of the remaining Grana Padano cheese.

Step 9

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(848.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1383.2

Total Fat 88.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 102mg	0%
Sodium 8782.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 63.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1882.2mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1525.2mg	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: 57.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 24.7%