Creamy Parmesan Zucchini
Creamy Parmesan Zucchini is a delectable vegetarian dish that brings comfort and flavor to any dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features fresh zucchini slices enveloped in a rich creamy sauce, highlighted by the irresistible blend of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish caters to everyone, including non-vegetarians who will love its cheesy goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds zucchini (cut into 1/4-inch slices)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Generously butter a baking dish and set aside.
- Sprinkle salt on zucchini slices and let rest for 15 minutes to draw out moisture, then wipe off excess salt.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, pepper, and half the parmesan cheese.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add garlic and sauté briefly.
- Combine the cream mixture with melted butter in the saucepan; whisk until slightly bubbling.
- Stir in half the mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Pour the creamy sauce over zucchini slices; evenly distribute.
- Top with remaining cheeses and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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