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Easy Cheesy Zucchini Bake: A Delicious Summer Side Dish

This Easy Cheesy Zucchini Bake is a simple yet flavorful dish packed with tender zucchini, gooey cheese, and a crispy golden top. It's perfect as a side dish or light main course and is sure to become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Thinly slice the zucchinis into rounds, about 1/4-inch thick. Place them in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle the zucchini slices with olive oil and add minced garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange the zucchini slices in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping them. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly over the top.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle this mixture over the cheeses to create a crispy topping.
  6. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For the best texture and flavor, use fresh, firm zucchinis. Avoid overly large zucchinis as they can be watery. For extra crunch, add a handful of crushed crackers or nuts to the breadcrumb topping. This dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère or fontina for a unique twist.