Description

This Simple Baked Zucchini and Cheese is a delicious and healthy dish that combines fresh zucchini with gooey mozzarella cheese and flavorful veggies, perfect for a family meal or a side dish.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large zucchini cut into cubes

1 cup mozzarella cheese grated

1 green bell pepper chopped

1 onion diced

1 cup grape tomatoes sliced in half

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp italian herb blend

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp cracked black pepper

1 tbsp chopped parsley for topping

1/2 tsp red chili flakes for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine the cubed zucchini, mozzarella cheese, chopped bell pepper, diced onion, and halved grape tomatoes.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian herb blend, garlic powder, salt, and cracked black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly.
Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley and red chili flakes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables or substitute cheese according to your preference.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 30
Category: Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 250
Protein: 3g

Keywords: Simple Baked Zucchini and Cheese, baked zucchini, zucchini recipes, mozzarella cheese, healthy side dish