Easy Oven Baked Cheese Zucchini

Prepare to have your taste buds blown away with the sensational flavor of Easy Oven Baked Cheese Zucchini!

Looking for a tasty and hassle-free side dish to complement your meaty mains?

Look no further than this simple recipe for zucchini with cheese, baked in the oven.

This quick and easy dish will have your taste buds dancing with delight!

Get ready to savor every tasty bite of these zucchini slices – they are pure culinary bliss!

To make this tasty Easy Oven Baked Cheese Zucchini, start by cutting each zucchini in half.

Then, brush them with a generous amount of oil and sprinkle on your favorite spices.

Pop these zucchini halves into the oven and let them bake for a mere 15 minutes.

While they’re still piping hot, sprinkle them with a generous amount of grated cheese.

As it bakes in the oven, the zucchini becomes beautifully golden and crispy on the outside while still maintaining its luscious tenderness inside.

The result? A simply amazing dish that will leave you craving for more!

For the best results, opt for small, young zucchinis.

These are not only easier to cut, but their flesh also turns incredibly tender and juicy after baking.

Avoid using overripe zucchinis or ones with large seeds, as they won’t be as tasty.

Save those for other squash recipes, like stuffed boats or zucchini fritters.

With its simple preparation and incredible taste, this recipe is bound to become your go-to side dish or even a satisfying vegetarian main course.

The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity.

You won’t need a ton of cheese to achieve that perfect golden crust.

Sprinkling the cheese before baking may result in burnt cheese, so it’s best to wait until the zucchinis are cooked.

And remember, reducing the baking time will leave your zucchinis undercooked.

So, why wait? Give this zucchini recipe a try and watch it become your go-to quick and delicious zucchini dish.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy!

how to cook Easy Oven Baked Cheese Zucchini?

STEP 1

To start, preheat your oven to 200°C (400⁰F). Give the zucchini a good wash, then dry them off with a paper towel. Cut them in half lengthwise.

TIPS: Both zucchini and courgettes can be used for this recipe.

TIPS: For this recipe, it’s best to use medium-sized or small zucchini.

STEP 2

Now, it’s time to grate that cheese! Get it all nice and ready.

TIPS: Pre-grated cheese is incredibly convenient for preparing a wide range of dishes.

STEP 3

Next, grease a baking sheet with some oil and line it with parchment paper. Take those zucchini halves and place them cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.

STEP 4

Give the zucchini a nice brush of vegetable oil, and don’t forget to season them with some salt and ground black pepper.

TIPS: Applying vegetable oil to your veggies is a breeze with a silicone pastry brush. Alternatively, you can also use spray oil.

STEP 5

Pop the baking sheet with the zucchini into the preheated oven at 200°C (400⁰F) and let them bake for about 15-20 minutes.

TIPS: Looking for some helpful advice on how to preheat your oven and prepare it for baking? Look no further than my articles “How and Why Do You Need to Preheat Oven” and “Top 7 Secrets How to Bake in Oven”.

STEP 6

Once they’re done, take the baking sheet out of the oven.

STEP 7

Sprinkle some grated cheese on those hot zucchini and let them cool down a bit.

STEP 8

To add some extra flavor, sprinkle some chopped parsley leaves and chopped dried vegetables on top of the finished zucchini.

STEP 9

And there you have it! Easy Oven Baked Cheese Zucchini ready to be served. Enjoy your meal!