Anti-Inflammatory Easy Zucchini Parmesan

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The Anti-Inflammatory Easy Zucchini Parmesan has a tender texture and delicious golden cheesy topping. We prepare this zucchini dish with Parmesan cheese, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, zucchini, salt, parsley, and mozzarella. We use olive oil, garlic, herbs, and fresh vegetables to give this recipe an anti-inflammatory and Mediterranean-inspired profile. This zucchini dish contains approximately 185 calories and 7 g of total carbs. This zucchini dish takes almost 30 minutes to prepare. The Anti-Inflammatory Easy Zucchini Parmesan is perfect for weeknight dinners, healthy lunches, family meals, meal prep, or as a simple Mediterranean-inspired side dish. You can serve this zucchini Parmesan with Garlic Butter Chicken, Herb-Roasted Salmon, Greek Feta Salad, Garlic Aioli, or Cauliflower Mash.

STATS:

  • Course: Side Dish, Lunch, Dinner
  • Calories: 185 kcal
  • Diet: Anti-Inflammatory, Low-carb
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Portion Size: About 1 cup
  • Cooking Mode: Oven
  • Total Servings: 4
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Carbs: 7 g

TOOLS:

  • Tray
  • Baking paper
  • Vessel
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Grater
  • Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN:

  • 4 zucchini
  • ½ cup Parmesan
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp. paprika
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 2 tbsp. parsley
  • ¼ cup mozzarella

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

ZUCCHINI:

  • We have to utilize fresh, firm zucchini because it will provide a tender texture, freshness, and important vegetables while keeping the dish light. As a further choice, you can use yellow summer squash.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • We utilize finely grated Parmesan because it will provide a savory, golden, and slightly crispy topping. As a different option, you may use Pecorino Romano or a small amount of nutritional yeast.

OLIVE OIL:

  • We have to use olive oil because it provides healthy monounsaturated fats and is a key ingredient in Mediterranean-style cooking. As another choice, you may use avocado oil.

GARLIC:

  • Fresh garlic will provide a strong savory flavor and complement the Mediterranean herbs. As a substitute, you can use a small amount of garlic powder.

ITALIAN SEASONING:

  • Italian seasoning will provide aromatic herbs and Mediterranean-inspired flavor. As a further choice, you can use oregano, basil, or thyme.

PAPRIKA:

  • Paprika will provide mild flavor and attractive color. Smoked paprika can be utilized for a deeper flavor.

MOZZARELLA:

  • Mozzarella will provide a creamy and cheesy topping. As a different choice, you can use additional Parmesan or feta cheese.

PARSLEY:

  • Fresh parsley will provide freshness, color, and herbal flavor. As another option, you can utilize fresh basil, oregano, or thyme.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. We warm the oven to 425° Fahrenheit and coat a tray.
  2. Make slices of zucchini into approximately one-fourth-inch rounds.
  3. Completely dry the zucchini to avoid additional moisture.
  4. Stir the Parmesan, black pepper, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, and salt in a vessel.
  5. Whisk the zucchini with the Parmesan mixture and olive oil till uniformly coated.
  6. Put the zucchini in one layer on a tray and include the mozzarella if required.
  7. Bake for almost 20 minutes till the zucchini get tender & the topping become golden.
  8. We broil for almost one minute for additional browning.
  9. Sprinkle parsley and serve hot.

TIPS:

  • Utilize medium or small zucchini for a perfect texture.
  • Perfectly dry the zucchini before including the Parmesan mixture to avoid extra moisture.
  • Avoid crowding the tray too much, as the zucchini will steam.
  • We utilize freshly grated Parmesan for a perfect flavor and browning.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

PROTEIN DISHES:

  • Grilled Lemon Chicken
  • Baked Salmon
  • Herb-Roasted Chicken
  • Garlic Shrimp
  • Herb-Roasted Cod

SALADS:

  • Greek Cucumber Salad
  • Tomato Basil Salad
  • Arugula Salad
  • Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
  • Fattoush Salad

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Mediterranean Eggplant
  • Roasted Asparagus
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Greek Roasted Vegetables

DIPS & SAUCES:

  • Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • Hummus
  • Tzatziki
  • Tahini Lemon Sauce
  • Avocado Herb Dip

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the cooled zucchini Parmesan in a closed box and stock it for a maximum of 3 to 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • We do not suggest storing the cooled zucchini Parmesan, as the zucchini will get softer and watery after defrosting.

FAQs:

Could we prepare this zucchini Parmesan without mozzarella?

  • Yes, you can omit the mozzarella and utilize Parmesan alone or include a little quantity of feta.

May we utilize yellow squash instead?

  • Yes, you can use yellow summer squash can alternate the zucchini in a similar quantity.

Could we prepare this zucchini Parmesan by air-frying?

  • Yes, you can air-fry the zucchini Parmesan for almost twelve minutes at 190°Celcius.

Will we prepare this zucchini Parmesan without garlic?

  • Yes, you can skip garlic or alternate it with a little quantity of garlic powder.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 185 kcal

Sodium: 430 mg

Net Carbs: 5 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 4 g

Fats: 13 g

Proteins: 10 g

Portion Size: About 1 cup

Total Carbs: 7 g