Baked zucchini and cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up zucchini from your garden or farmer's market, and it is also a healthy and affordable option. With so many different ways to prepare baked zucchini and cheese, you are sure to find a recipe that suits your taste. Whether you prefer a simple dish with just a few ingredients or a more complex recipe with a variety of flavors, you will be able to find a baked zucchini and cheese recipe that you will love.
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BAKED ZUCCHINI
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush 1 teaspoon olive oil on the bottom of an 8 by 8-inch baking dish. Arrange the slices of zucchini in the dish with an overlapping pattern in rows or a spiral in a pie dish. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika.
- To make the topping: In a bowl, stir together the panko breadcrumbs, thyme, Parmesan cheese and season with a sprinkle of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and stir until all the breadcrumbs are soaked with the yellow tint of the oil. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the dish and bake until the top is golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes.
PARMESAN BAKED ZUCCHINI
Two of the staples of Italian cuisine, zucchini and Parmesan cheese, team up for a recipe that's easy to make and impressive to serve. These baked "boats" are a fresh new way to serve a distinctive side dish.
Provided by By Brooke Lark
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- Place zucchini halves, skin side down, on cookie sheet. Sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon cheese. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with pepper.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until zucchini is tender and cheese is light golden brown. Cool slightly. Garnish with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
CHEESY ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE I
This is a good, cheesy, vegetable side dish ...very easy to prepare.
Provided by DC1
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place bread cubes in a medium bowl and pour melted butter over the bread. Add the zucchini, onion, garlic salt and egg; mix well. Transfer the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and top with the cheese.
- Bake, covered, in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then uncover the dish and bake for another 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1076.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
ZUCCHINI AND CHEESE CASSEROLE
My daughter and I love zucchini, and this casserole uses plenty for a hearty fall side dish. For extra color, I add fresh diced tomatoes. -Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and onion; cook and stir 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly., In a microwave, melt remaining butter. Drizzle over cereal and toss to coat., Stir cheese, eggs, salt and pepper into zucchini mixture; transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Sprinkle with cereal mixture., Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CHEESY ZUCCHINI BAKE
This recipe was born out of frustration as to what I was going to do with a bumper crop of zucchini one year. It was an instant hit! Now I prepare this autumn casserole for church dinners and family gatherings.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, squash, seasonings and cheddar cheese. Place in a 1-1/2-qt. casserole. Top with the Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Bake at 350° for about 45 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
ZUCCHINI AND CHEESE
This is a quick and easy summer meal or side dish.
Provided by JUZELLA
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the zucchini and onion, and cook 5 minutes, or until onion is golden brown.
- In the prepared casserole dish, mix the zucchini, onion, tomatoes, and green pepper. Season with Italian seasoning, and top with cheese.
- Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 364.4 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
BAKED ZUCCHINI AND CHEESE
This low calorie food is yummy. It comes from Machias, NY where the Zucchini Festival is held every summer. Come and join us.
Provided by CookingSandefer
Categories Vegetable
Time 42m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a zip-lock bag toss zucchini , salt and paprika. Pour into an 8x8 cooking dish.
- Bake 30 minutes or until zucchini is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle cheese and remaining paprika over top.
- Bake 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.6, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 390.4, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 4.9
BAKED ZUCCHINI WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE
Make and share this Baked Zucchini With Cheddar Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the sliced zucchini into a large bowl.
- Combine the remaining ingredients and toss well.
- Pour into a lightly oiled 2-quart casserole.
- Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes.
BAKED ZUCCHINI PARMESAN
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Slice zucchini slices (about 1/2″ thick)
- Place zucchini in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil
- Shake to coat zucchini with olive oil
- Add parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
- Shake to coat.
- Place in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil or a silicone baking mat.
- Sprinkle with an additional 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, finish on a low broil for another couple of minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 1 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 129 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat
Tips:
- Choose firm and tender zucchini for best results.
- To save time, use pre-shredded cheese.
- For a cheesy crust, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- Add extra flavor with herbs like basil, oregano, or thyme.
- If you want crispy zucchini, slice it thinly and bake it at a higher temperature.
- Serve zucchini and cheese as an appetizer, side dish, or main course.
Conclusion:
Baked zucchini and cheese is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it's a perfect meal for busy weeknights. Whether you prefer it cheesy, crispy, or herbed, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and delicious meal, give baked zucchini and cheese a try.
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