Best 5 Cheesy Zucchini Rounds Recipes

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You can transform the humble zucchini into a mouthwatering appetizer with a crispy fried coating, gooey cheese filling, and a zesty sauce. Whether you like to keep it vegetarian or want to add some protein, this versatile dish can easily accommodate your preferences. Read on for a selection of recipes that will guide you through the process of creating this delightful delicacy.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI PARMESAN CRISPS



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Try Ellie Krieger's Zucchini Parmesan Crisps from Healthy Appetite with Ellie Krieger on Food Network � they're crispy like potato chips, but much healthier.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings, serving size 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

Cooking spray
2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound total)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan (3/4-ounce)
1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini with the oil. In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan, bread crumbs, salt, and a few turns of pepper. Dip each round into the Parmesan mixture, coating it evenly on both sides, pressing the coating on to stick, and place in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the zucchini rounds until browned and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove with spatula. Serve immediately.

CHEESY ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE I



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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

4 slices bread, cubed
¼ cup melted butter
2 cups cubed zucchini
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 egg, beaten
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

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

OVEN-BAKED CRISPY ZUCCHINI ROUNDS



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You can use regular dry breadcrumbs in place of the panko! This is a great recipe to use up all your garden zucchini, these are very habit-forming lol! I like to sprinkle some finely grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the slices as soon as they come out of the oven YUMMMMM!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium zucchini (sliced into 1/4-inch slices)
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional and to taste)
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 egg whites, slightly beaten
cheddar cheese, finely shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 450 degrees (yes 450 degrees, or even a little higher if possible, this will create a crispy crust!).
  • In a bowl mix together the panko bread crumbs with seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne (if using) and Parmesan cheese.
  • Place the egg whites into a shallow bowl.
  • Dip the zucchini slices into the egg whites (letting any excess egg whites drip off).
  • Coat the slices in the panko mixture (use fingers to firmly adhear the mixture to the slices if necessary).
  • Place on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake for about 5-6 minutes; turn over and continue to bake for another 6-9 minutes, or until browned and crispy.
  • As soon as the slices come out of the oven sprinkle with finely grated cheddar cheese if desired.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.3, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 160.7, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.8

CHEESY ZUCCHINI ROUNDS



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Yield: 24 (2 cheesy zucchini rounds is 2 points with blue, green and purple)

Provided by keepingonpoint

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 zucchini, sliced
2 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shredded
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a baking sheet with no-stick cooking spray. Add the zucchini slices and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl mix together the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Stir until combined.
  • Top each zucchini slice with about 3/4 teaspoon of the cheese mixture. Bake for 10 minutes.

CHEESY ZUCCHINI



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My daughter despises zucchini, but my husband and I love it, so this is an easy way for us to get our "fix" and it's the perfect amount for the two of us. If I'm baking something else in the oven, I'll just put this in till the meat or whatever is done, then crank up the broiler and top it off in there. And of course, you can use more cheese or anything else you desire.

Provided by HEP MEP

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 -6 medium zucchini, sliced
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated (or so)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • In a large saucepan, bring water, boullion and salt to a boil.
  • Add zucchini.
  • Cover and boil for 3 to 5 minutes until just tender-crisp; drain well.
  • Arrange half of zucchini in the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate; sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese and half the parmesan.
  • Layer the remaining zucchini and cheeses.
  • Broil for 1 or 2 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.6, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 40.8, Sodium 1158.3, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.7, Protein 15

Tips:

- Choose small zucchini as they tend to have a milder flavor and fewer seeds. - Grate your zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. - Make sure to squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated zucchini before mixing it with the other ingredients. - Use a combination of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese to create a crispy and flavorful coating for the zucchini rounds. - Be careful not to overcook the zucchini rounds as they can easily become mushy. - Serve the zucchini rounds with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or tzatziki sauce.

Conclusion:

Cheesy zucchini rounds are a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making them perfect for parties and potlucks. With their crispy coating and cheesy center, these zucchini rounds are sure to be a hit!

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