Zucchini Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
21 mins
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Total Time
36 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
175 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course, Appetizer
Zucchini Parmesan
Description
This preparation uses medium zucchini sliced into half-inch rounds, coated in a mixture of egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and flour to help the breading adhere. The breading combines panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, providing a crunchy texture with a savory note.
Baked at 450°F, the zucchini rounds cook until the coating crisps and turns golden. Midway through baking, each slice is flipped and topped with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese, then returned to the oven until the cheese melts and lightly browns. This results in a dish with crisp edges, soft zucchini interiors, tangy tomato sauce, and creamy melted mozzarella.
It can be served as a side dish or light entree with extra warmed marinara for dipping.
The note mentions varying zucchini may require adjustments in cooking time; checking early and adjusting ensures they are tender without overcooking. Cutting rounds at half-inch thickness helps achieve a balance between crisp crust and properly cooked zucchini.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- cooking spray
- ½ cup marinara sauce plus additional for serving
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk egg, Italian seasoning, and salt. Add the flour, whisking to combine.
- Add the zucchini and toss well to coat.
- In a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. Dip each slice of zucchini in the breadcrumb mixture and place on the prepared baking sheet. Generously spray with cooking spray.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the zucchini pieces over and top each slice with the marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes or until the cheese is golden and zucchini is tender. Serve with additional warmed marinara sauce.
Notes
- Slice zucchini into ½-inch rounds to ensure the breaded crust crisps without overcooking the zucchini.
- Check cooking times early and adjust as needed since different zucchini varieties may vary in moisture and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 175 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 776mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 415mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 559IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 196mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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