EASY ZUCCHINI PARMESAN!
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: 55–60 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Best Season: All-season, especially summer
- Total Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving
Calories and nutrition values are approximate estimates and vary according to the specific brands and types of cheese and Greek yogurt used.
Short 3-Line Description
A creamy, cheesy Zucchini Parmesan made with tender zucchini, ricotta, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
It is relatively low-carb, protein-rich, and packed with Italian-inspired garlic and herb flavor.
A comforting baked vegetable dish that works beautifully for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Zucchini
- 4 medium zucchini (about 2 lb / 900 g) — sliced lengthwise into thin strips, approximately ⅛-inch thick.
- 1 tsp salt — for drawing out excess moisture.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Protein-Rich Cheese Filling
- 1 cup (225 g) part-skim ricotta cheese
- ¾ cup (170 g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ¼ cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped — or 2 tsp dried basil.
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
For Layering and Topping
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded part-skim mozzarella
- ½ cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes — optional.
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley — for garnish.
Directions
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