Baked Zucchini and Cheese: A Cheesy Delight for All!

Baked Zucchini and Cheese elevates this everyday veggie into a dreamy side dish that everyone loves.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Vegetables

2 medium Zucchini cubed
1 medium Green Bell Pepper chopped
1 medium Onion diced
1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved

For the Flavor

1 tablespoon Italian Herb Blend or homemade blend
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic

For the Cheesy Goodness

2 cups Mozzarella Cheese reserve half for topping
1 cup Cheddar or Dairy-Free Cheese optional

For the Baking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
to taste Salt
to taste Cracked Black Pepper

Equipment

Medium-sized baking dish

Method

Baking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed zucchini, chopped green bell pepper, diced onion, and halved grape tomatoes.
Sprinkle the Italian herb blend and garlic powder over the vegetable mixture. Layer half of the mozzarella cheese on top and season with salt and cracked black pepper.
Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and stir to coat all ingredients.
Transfer to a baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top and bake for an additional 10 minutes until melted and golden.
Garnish with parsley and red chili flakes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2-3 months and reheat in the oven.

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