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A quick and healthy side dish featuring zucchini slices roasted with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, delivering crispy, cheesy, and flavorful results in under 35 minutes.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium zucchinis sliced into ¼-inch thick rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice 4 medium zucchinis into ¼-inch thick rounds.
  3. In a large bowl, toss zucchini slices with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 3 cloves minced garlic until well coated.
  4. Add ½ cup grated Parmesan, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper; stir gently to coat evenly.
  5. Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between slices so they don’t overlap.
  6. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes until zucchini is tender with golden, crispy edges.
  7. Remove from oven and let zucchini rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top for garnish and serve warm.

Notes

Slice zucchini evenly to ensure uniform roasting and a crispy texture., Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming; leave space between slices., Letting the roasted zucchini rest for 5 minutes helps flavors settle and maintains crispness., Use fresh minced garlic for optimal flavor., For dairy-free variation, substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast or vegan cheese., Reheat leftovers in the oven to preserve crispness instead of using a microwave.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Protein: 5 g