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Baked Zucchini Slices

Published: Jun 4, 2023 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

This post may contain affiliate links

Meet your new favorite side dish: baked zucchini slices! These quick and crispy oven-roasted zucchini are generously topped with melted and crispy Parmesan cheese. The perfect addition to any meal, they’re versatile, budget-friendly and guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters.

Baked zucchini slices on a baking sheet.
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Zucchini is one of those ingredients that to me, is just kind of meh. It doesn’t really have a ton of flavor on its own and it’s generally super watery. So how can we make it delicious? Add cheese, of course!

Why this recipe works

Cutting the zucchini into rounds that are about ½″ thick means you’ll have perfectly tender zucchini with crispy Parmesan cheese. The trick here is a super hot oven and way more cheese than you may think. Trust the process!

Ingredients for sliced zucchini on a wooden board.

Ingredients you’ll need

  • Zucchini of course! When choosing zucchini, look for ones that are similar in size and don’t have any bruises or blemishes.
  • For the seasonings, you’ll toss the zucchini in olive oil and then a spice mixture of garlic powder, cayenne pepper, oregano and salt. If you don’t have oregano, you could also use Italian seasoning, thyme or herbs de provence.
  • Finally, grated Parmesan cheese is the star of the show. This is what makes this side so savory and delicious. I haven’t tested this with pre-grated Parmesan cheese (I always use my microplane grater).

Frequently asked questions

Should you peel zucchini?

No, you don’t need to peel zucchini when eating it raw or cooked.

How to cut zucchini?

After giving the zucchini squash a good rinse with cold water, remove and discard the stem. The rest of the zucchini is both delicious and versatile. Slice it into strips for grilling, coins or rounds (like for this roasted zucchini recipe), or even half-moons. You can also grate zucchini for fritters, or use a mandolin or spiralizer for eating it raw in a salad.

How do you keep zucchini from getting soggy when cooking?

Zucchini has a really high water content, so it’s easy for it to get soggy. The key when roasting or baking zucchini is to not overcook the zucchini, you want it to be tender not soggy.

Step by step instructions for making baked zucchini slices.

Step by step instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F. Toss zucchini with olive oil, oregano, and garlic powder in a large bowl until zucchini is evenly coated in spices. Next, add parmesan cheese and toss to coat.
  2. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 5 minutes until zucchini is almost tender. Turn on the broiler and cook for another 2 minutes until the Parmesan cheese is bubbling and browned.
Cooked zucchini slices on a baking sheet.

More zucchini recipes

Do you find yourself with tons of zucchini on hand? Here are some of my favorite ways to cook zucchini.

  • Puff Pastry Zucchini Tart
  • Corn and Zucchini Fritters
  • One-pot Couscous with Shrimp, Zucchini and Corn
  • Grilled Zucchini Salad
Closeup of cooked zucchini slices on a silver baking sheet.

Baked Zucchini Slices

Author: Louisa Clements
4.60 from 15 votes
These quick and crispy baked zucchini slices are topped with melted Parmesan cheese, herbs and spices. They are the perfect addition to any meal. Versatile, budget-friendly, and sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
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Prep: 10 minutes minutes
Cook: 7 minutes minutes
Total: 17 minutes minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini, sliced in ¼" rounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano, or thyme, Italian seasoning or herbs de provence
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425F. Toss zucchini with olive oil, oregano, and garlic powder in a large bowl until zucchini is evenly coated in spices. Next, add parmesan cheese and toss to coat.
  • Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Roast for 5 minutes until zucchini is almost tender. Turn on the broiler and cook for another 2 minutes until the Parmesan cheese is bubbling and browned.
Did you try this recipe?Leave a comment + rating and let me know what you think!
Filed Under: easy, side dish, Spring, Summer
Nutrition Facts
Baked Zucchini Slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 11mg4%
Sodium 372mg16%
Potassium 284mg8%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 332IU7%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 129mg13%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is an estimate and is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any specific dietary concerns, please consult with your healthcare practitioner.
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  1. Kris Corriher

    September 06, 2023 at 5:08 pm

    I really enjoyed it.. I'll definitely be making it again!!!

    5 stars

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    • Louisa Clements

      October 02, 2023 at 10:22 am

      So glad you enjoyed, Kris! Thank you for letting me know.
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