Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Creamy Parmesan Zucchini, a delightful vegetarian dish that elevates fresh zucchini to new heights. This easy-to-make casserole combines tender zucchini slices with a rich and savory cream sauce, enhanced by garlic and a blend of cheeses. Baked until bubbly and golden, this dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. It’s not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients from the zucchini, making it a wholesome choice that pleases everyone at the table. Enjoy it as a main course or pair it with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds zucchini (sliced)
- Salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Generously butter a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Slice zucchini into ¼-inch rounds and salt them. Let sit for 15 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Arrange zucchini slices evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, pepper, and half of the grated Parmesan until smooth.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic briefly until fragrant.
- Add the cream mixture to the saucepan and whisk continuously until gently bubbling.
- Stir in half of the mozzarella until melted into the sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the zucchini and sprinkle remaining cheeses on top.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg