Description
Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Steaks are a delicious and healthy side dish featuring tender zucchini planks roasted with a flavorful garlic and Italian seasoning olive oil mixture, topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a perfect golden finish. This recipe is quick to prepare, vegetarian, gluten-free, and a great low-carb option to complement any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick planks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Prepare Zucchini: Arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced for even roasting.
- Make Garlic Oil Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir well to blend all the flavors.
- Brush Zucchini: Generously brush the garlic oil mixture over both sides of the zucchini planks, coating each piece thoroughly to infuse flavor.
- Roast Zucchini: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the zucchini for 12 to 15 minutes, until the zucchini is tender but still holds its shape.
- Add Cheese Topping: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over each zucchini steak.
- Broil Cheese: Return the baking sheet to the oven, set to broil, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown in spots.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve the cheesy garlic zucchini steaks hot as a tasty side or vegetarian main dish.
Notes
- For added heat, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes before roasting.
- You can substitute mozzarella cheese with sharp cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- These zucchini steaks pair wonderfully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed as a satisfying vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 zucchini steaks
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
