Zucchini Parmesan
A comforting Zucchini Parmesan dish that brings together cheesy goodness and summer flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the zucchini: Slice into rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, and let sit with salt for 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse and dry those slices with paper towels.
- Bread the zucchini: Dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange in a baking dish with layers of marinara sauce, zucchini, mozzarella, and repeat.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, incorporate different cheeses or herbs into the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Zucchini Parmesan, comfort food, vegetarian recipe, easy baking, family dinner