Zucchini Pizza Bites
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Zucchini Pizza Bites
Description
Zucchini Pizza Bites start with medium to large zucchini sliced into quarter-inch rounds, providing a tender base. Each slice is spread with pizza sauce and sprinkled with dried oregano to impart classic pizza flavors. Shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses melt and brown during cooking, creating a creamy and slightly crispy topping. Mini or chopped pepperoni adds a salty, savory bite that complements the veggies and cheese.
These bites bake at high heat then finish under a broiler for a brief time to achieve golden bubbly cheese. The combination results in a mix of soft zucchini with rich, crisp-topped cheese and pepperoni. Fresh basil garnish adds a pop of herbal color and freshness.
It's important not to overcook the zucchini to keep the rounds tender but not mushy. If using moist toppings like mushrooms, pre-cook them to avoid excess moisture affecting the bites.
Ingredients
- 1 pound zucchini medium to large
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- ½ cup mini pepperoni or chopped pepperoni
- other pizza toppings as desired, optional
- basil leaves for garnish, optional, fresh, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Slice the zucchini into ¼-inch thick rounds or if the zucchini is small, slice it lengthwise into ¼-inch strips. Place the zucchini on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Top each slice with pizza sauce and a sprinkle of oregano. Add mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and mini pepperoni.
- Bake for 5 minutes. Remove the zucchini from the oven and turn the oven to broil (high).
- Once the broiler is hot, place the zucchini 4-inches from the broiler and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two. Garnish with basil and serve.
Notes
- Do not overcook zucchini to maintain a firm texture in the pizza bites.
- Pre-cook moist toppings such as mushrooms before adding to prevent excess moisture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146 | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 414mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 398IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 195mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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