Description
Creamy Parmesan Zucchini is a rich and indulgent side dish that pairs perfectly with any main course. Sliced zucchini is baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce until golden and bubbly, creating a deliciously decadent dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini:
- 2 pounds zucchini (sliced)
Creamy Sauce:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Prepare the baking dish: Butter a baking dish and set aside.
- Prepare the zucchini: Sprinkle salt on zucchini slices and let them rest for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Wipe excess salt from the zucchini slices.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, half of the parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in the cream mixture; whisk continuously until bubbly. Add half of the mozzarella cheese; stir until melted.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the sauce over the zucchini in the baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure to pat the zucchini dry after salting to remove excess moisture.
- Feel free to add in your favorite herbs or spices to customize the flavor of the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Zucchini, Zucchini Recipe, Cheesy Zucchini, Side Dish
