Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Baked Zucchini Bites
Tender zucchini slices roasted with garlic, herbs, and melted crispy Parmesan cheese.
In a nutshell: This authentic italian cheesy garlic parmesan baked zucchini bites comes together in just 25 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
An incredibly simple 20-minute side dish or snack! Zucchini rounds topped with garlic butter and golden roasted Parmesan.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Grate Parmesan Fresh: Freshly grated Parmesan melts into a crisp, golden cap on each round. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking starch that resists melting and never crisps the same way.
- Watch the Broiler Closely: The final 2-minute broil takes the cheese from bubbly to burnt fast. Keep the oven door cracked and your eyes on the pan for the whole 2 minutes.
Ingredients
4
servings
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2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Arrange Rounds
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange zucchini rounds in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Season & Cheese
Drizzle olive oil over zucchini, rub with minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Top each round with a heap of grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake & Broil
Bake for 12-15 minutes, then broil on high for 2 minutes until cheese is bubbly and crisp golden brown.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
They're best fresh from the oven when the cheese is crisp. To reheat, pop them in a hot oven for 5 minutes rather than microwaving.
Freshly grated Parmesan melts into a crisp, golden crust. Pre-grated cheese contains anti-caking starches that keep it from melting properly.
Arrange the rounds in a single layer with space between them, and don't skip the 2-minute broil at the end. That's what crisps the cheese.
Yes. The method is exactly the same.
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