Easy Cheesy Baked Zucchini
Zucchini, yellow squash, and two cheeses baked with fresh basil and green onions in this delicious side dish.
Yield: 6
Calories: 101kcal
Materials
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced or chopped (approx. 4 cups)
- 2 medium yellow squash, sliced or chopped (approx. 4 cups)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
- 3/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Spray non-stick spray on bottom and sides of 7" x 11" baking dish.
- In large bowl, combine all ingredients, except retain 1/2 cup mozzarella for later. Toss gently to thoroughly mix.
- Pour into prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 25 - 30 minutes.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top, and bake for another 10 - 15 minutes. Serve hot. Enjoy!
Notes
If using small zucchini and yellow squash, use a smaller baking dish. Something like a 9" x 9." The zucchini and squash bake down, so the baking dish can be full before you bake it.
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 364mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 578IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 378mg | Iron: 1mg