From main courses to side dishes and appetizers, zucchini and parmesan skillet cake is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various culinary contexts. If you're looking to impress your family and friends with a simple yet delicious dish, this culinary creation is definitely worth considering. With a few basic ingredients and a well-seasoned skillet, you can whip up a mouthwatering dish that's packed with flavor and texture. The parmesan cheese adds a hint of savory richness, while the zucchini provides a delightful crunch and freshness. Whether you prefer a crispy crust or a soft, moist center, this skillet cake can be tailored to your liking.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
ZUCCHINI PARMESAN
Delicious and easy way to use zucchini!
Provided by Mary Jo
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 45m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- In a large pot boil the zucchini until tender; drain. Meanwhile, in a medium frying pan heat the olive oil over medium heat and saute the onion and garlic until the onion is tender.
- Combine the zucchini, onion and garlic in a 9x12 inch casserole dish, and mix well. Pour the spaghetti sauce over the mixture and stir well. Top with mozzarella cheese (use more or less depending on your preference).
- Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 512.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g
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
ZUCCHINI AND PARMESAN SKILLET CAKE
Categories Cake Cheese Dairy Herb Vegetable Side Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Parmesan Basil Summer Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 (side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Very thinly slice zucchini crosswise (about 1/16 inch thick) with a mandoline or other manual slicer.
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté zucchini and garlic, stirring, until zucchini is just beginning to soften, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool 10 minutes. Add basil and salt and pepper to taste.
- Melt remaining tablespoon butter in an 8-inch nonstick skillet and remove from heat. Arrange one fourth of zucchini mixture in a layer in skillet and sprinkle with one fourth of parmesan. Repeat layering 3 times.
- Cook skillet cake over moderate heat until bottom of cake is well browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Slide cake onto a large flat plate, then place skillet over cake and, holding plate firmly, invert cake back into skillet. Cook cake, shaking skillet frequently to prevent sticking, until underside is browned, 4 to 5 minutes more.
- Slide cake onto a platter.
EASY ZUCCHINI CAKES
Very tasty way to use up those extra zucchini. Don't skip the fresh parsley, it really adds to the flavor. They taste just like crab cakes.
Provided by Renee
Categories Fried Zucchini
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine zucchini, 1 cup bread crumbs, onion, eggs, butter, parsley, and seafood seasoning in a bowl; mix until well combined.
- Form mixture into 4 round cakes. Pat remaining bread crumbs onto both sides of the cakes and transfer to a sheet of waxed paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chilled zucchini cakes until browned, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 974.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
SKILLET PARMESAN ZUCCHINI RECIPE
Enjoy this zucchini recipe that includes other skillet-cooked and crisp-tender vegetables topped with tasty mozzarella and Parmesan. So easy-and so good.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings, about 3/4 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook and stir peppers and onions in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 5 min. Add zucchini; cook and stir 2 min.
- Stir in pasta sauce; cover. Cook 8 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle with cheeses; cook, covered, 1 min. or until mozzarella is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 350 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g
ZUCCHINI AND PARMESAN GRATIN
I got this recipe from the San Jose Mercury News years ago. It originally had a salsa-like tomato sauce recipe to serve on top, but I didn't even save that part, because I like the taste of it just as it is. If you don't eat it all at the first meal, it can be refrigerated and reheated in the microwave.
Provided by Jo Ann L
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.
- Spray a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick spray. (You can use another size of pan, but be sure that the mixture is no more than 1 1/2 inches thick in the pan.)
- Mix all of the ingredients together well and pour into the pan.
- Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese to taste.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown.
ZUCCHINI SKILLET CAKES
These is a quick, light side dish that is great for using up extra zucchini from the garden. If used as a vegetarian main dish it is great served with a salad or a rice pilaf.
Provided by TasteTester
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Toss the grated zucchini with a teaspoon of salt and set it aside in a colander while preparing the rest of the ingredients. Then rinse the zucchini and squeeze out as much moisture as you can.
- Toss the zucchini with the eggs, chives, garlic, parsley, marjoram and lemon zest. Stir in the bread crumbs along with the pine nuts and capers. To check the seasonings, fry a dab of the mixture, then taste it for salt and pepper, and season the batter accordingly.
- Put a very thin layer of olive oil into a skillet. (I use two skillets so I cook them faster.) When hot, add the batter in 1/2 cup measures. Spread the batter out a bit and cook over medium heat until golden. You can also make smaller individual cakes using less batter for each skillet cake. When one side is golden, turn and cook the second side. Serve right away or keep warm in the oven until all are done.
- Top with halved cherry or grape tomatoes, if desired.
Tips:
- Shred the zucchini finely: This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming watery.
- Squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini: This will help the cake hold together better.
- Use a nonstick skillet: This will prevent the cake from sticking and make it easier to flip.
- Cook the cake over medium heat: This will help it cook evenly without burning.
- Flip the cake carefully: Use a spatula to gently flip the cake so that it doesn't break.
- Serve the cake warm: This is when it is at its best.
Conclusion:
This zucchini and parmesan skillet cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover zucchini. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the parmesan cheese adds a nice cheesy flavor. Serve it with a side of your favorite salad or vegetables for a complete meal.
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