Description
This Roasted Zucchini Recipe is a simple and flavorful way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. With a touch of seasoning and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, these zucchini rounds are baked to golden perfection, making a delicious side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Rounds:
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds or half-moons
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Chopped parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss Zucchini: In a bowl, toss the zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Zucchini: Spread the zucchini out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
- Add Parmesan (Optional): If using, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure crispy edges.
- You can use yellow squash or a mix of summer vegetables for variety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
