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This Parmesan Roasted Zucchini is going to be your go-to side dish recipe! This is one of my favorite easy and delicious zucchini recipes.
This oven roasted zucchini with parmesan is so delicious, sometimes I forget that it’s healthy too. Zucchini paired with parmesan cheese is a match made in heaven and I know you’re going to love how easy it is to make too.
Zucchini is probably one of my all time favorite vegetables and side dish recipe. I love it roasted, steamed, pan fried and baked into my favorite baked goods like bread and muffins. Some of our other favorites are Oven Roasted Yellow Squash and Grilled Zucchini Spears.
What's in this post: Parmesan Roasted Zucchini
Why This Recipe Works
I’m always looking for creative vegetable recipes to get my family to eat more of their veggies. I have tried them all and have found that roasted vegetables are definitely my favorite.
Cooking veggies at a high heat in the oven brings out a ton of their flavor and I love it when they’re slightly crispy too. If you enjoy roasting veggies as much as I do, we have a few other great recipes you should try out too!
Ingredients
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe in the recipe card.
Variation Ideas
This is baked parmesan zucchini recipe that you can easily modify to make it your own. Sprinkle the zucchini with your favorite type of seasonings to add a new flavor to this recipe.
Here are some of our favorites.
- Italian Seasoning
- Creole Seasoning
- Taco Seasoning
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Fresh Parsley
- Panko Breadcrumbs
- Lawry’s Seasoned Salt Recipe
How to Make Roasted Parmesan Zucchini
- Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2 – Slice the zucchinis into ½ inch thick slices.
Step 3 – Add zucchini slice to a large bowl.
Step 4 – Drizzle the olive oil on top of the zucchini and sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika on top of the zucchini.
Step 5 – Toss the sliced zucchinis to coat them with the olive oil and the seasoning mixture.
Step 6 – Place the zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet (lined with foil).
Step 7 – Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Step 8 – Bake for 10-12 minutes until the zucchini is browned slightly.
- Step 9 – Remove the pan from the oven, serve while warm and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Baking Baking Dish – Spray your pan with a non-stick cooking spray or line with aluminum foil or parchment paper so that the zucchinis do not get stuck to the pan.
- Cooking Time – Watch closely toward the end of the cook time as the smaller pieces of zucchini will cook faster than the larger pieces. Ensure that the zucchini are not touching on the pan so that they cook evenly.
- Serving – Serve immediately as these are best when they’re hot out of the oven.
Serving Suggestions
This easy zucchini recipe goes with so many of my favorite main dish recipe. Here are a few that I love this serve this parmesan roasted zucchini recipe with. We love to serve as a Side to Philly Cheesesteak.
- Catalina Glazed Grilled Chicken
- Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Chicken
- Crockpot Bacon Chicken Recipe
- Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe
- Easy Crockpot Pepper Steak Recipe
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this is a delicious gluten free side dish. See more Gluten Free Side Dishes Recipes.
If you have problems with your zucchini getting soggy, you may need to roast at a higher temperature such as 450 degrees. Make sure to also get the slice thicker which also prevents them from getting soggy.
Yes, it is best to add salt and pepper to the zucchini before to keep the zucchini firm.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or the microwave.
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Parmesan Roasted Zucchini
Ingredients
- 3 medium Zucchinis
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Slice the zucchinis into ½ inch thick slices.
- Add the sliced zucchinis to a large bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil on top of the zucchini and sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika on top of the zucchini.
- Toss the sliced zucchinis to coat them with the olive oil and the seasoning mixture.
- Place the zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet (lined with foil).
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the zucchini is browned slightly.
- Remove the pan from the oven, serve while warm and enjoy!
My son and I really loved these!! We are both diabetics and we do a lot of Keto and when I found this recipe I just had to try it, this will definitely be a repeat recipe. Thank you!!
I’m so glad you both enjoyed this recipe Paula! It’s a great Keto friendly recipe! Woohoo!