Baked Sliced Zucchini
Zucchini rounds tossed with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and Parmesan, topped with more Parmesan, baked at 450°F, and broiled until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Crisp edges, tender middles, and ready in 20 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked zucchini, roasted zucchini, sliced zucchini, zucchini with parmesan
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Sara Nelson
- 2 medium zucchini cut into ¼-inch slices (important! Don't slice them too thin or they'll be soggy)
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese divided
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Prepare Oven: Arrange oven racks in the middle and top positions. Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil (parchment paper can scorch under the broiler in step 5).
Season Zucchini: To a mixing bowl, add sliced zucchini, 2 Tablespoons shredded Parmesan, oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gently stir zucchini slices with a spoon until slices are coated in seasoning mixture.
Top Zucchini With Parmesan: Transfer zucchini to prepared baking sheet and arrange in an even layer (do not overcrowd the baking sheet; use a second baking sheet, if necessary). Top zucchini with remaining 6 Tablespoons shredded Parmesan.
Bake: Transfer baking sheet to middle rack in oven and bake for 6 to 7 minutes, until the zucchini starts to soften.
Broil: Turn on oven broiler, transfer baking sheet to top rack and broil until cheese on top is golden and bubbly, about 2 to 4 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning. Then, remove baking sheet from the oven.
Serve: Let zucchini slices cool for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
Refrigerator Storage: Store the roasted zucchini in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Stovetop Reheating Instructions: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the zucchini, stir occasionally, and cook until slices are reheated.
Oven Reheating Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F, arrange slices on an oiled or parchment paper-lined baking sheet, and bake for about 10 to 15 minutes, until warmed through.
Microwave Reheating Instructions: Place the zucchini slices in a microwave-safe dish, cover, and microwave in 30-second increments until warmed throughout.
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 499mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 303IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 1mg