Baked Zucchini and Cheese: The Best Healthy Comfort Dish
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A comforting and healthy dish made with fresh zucchini and melted cheese.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchinis into half-moons.
- In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the zucchini slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the zucchini.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the zucchini is tender and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a layer of cream cheese before the breadcrumb topping.
- You can substitute zucchini with yellow squash or other vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg