Description
Baked Parmesan Zucchini is a 3-ingredient, crispy, holiday-ready side dish that shines at Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any cozy family meal. Tender zucchini rounds are coated with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a hint of salt, then generously topped with Parmesan and baked until golden. Light, savory, and naturally satisfying, this quick side pairs beautifully with roasts and mains, and is perfect for make-ahead holiday menus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place zucchini slices in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt.
- Toss until zucchini is evenly coated.
- Arrange slices in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese generously over each slice.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until tender and golden.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Make in a single sheet pan for easy cleanup.
- For crispier results, broil as directed.
- Use fresh-parmesan for best flavor.
- Great as a holiday side or quick weeknight dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American (Italian-inspired)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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