Baked Zucchini Recipe

Transform your summer zucchini bounty into a delicious and easy side dish! This baked zucchini recipe is bursting with flavor, thanks to a simple blend of butter, poppy seeds, parmesan cheese, and savory seasonings. Perfect as a comforting side for any meal, this recipe is a must-try for zucchini lovers and a great way to use up excess zucchini from your garden.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 50.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Zucchini

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How to Make Baked Zucchini

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly butter a medium-sized (approximately 9x13 inch) baking dish.
  3. Slice 2 medium zucchini (approximately 1 pound total) into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
  4. In a medium saucepan, gently boil zucchini rounds with 1/2 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt for 7-10 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Add 1/2 small onion (about 1/4 cup chopped) during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  5. Drain the zucchini and onion in a colander.
  6. Return the zucchini and onion to the saucepan. Add 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano.
  7. Mix gently to combine.
  8. Transfer the zucchini mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  9. Sprinkle generously with 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

9g

Carbs

1g

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