Roasted Zucchini Parmesan Lightened! This deconstructed zucchini parmesan recipe will explode in your mouth with its flavors. Adapted from our mom’s original zucchini parmigiana, only this one is gluten-free, made in less time, and is twice as delicious without weighing us down with extra calories and fat. If you love zucchini, then this Roasted Zucchini Parmesan-Lightened is for you!
How to Make Roasted Zucchini Parmesan – Lightened!
For this recipe, roasting slices of zucchini in the oven is a simple process.
1. First, zucchini are simply sliced then toss into a roasting pan with olive oil and salt and roasted in the oven until golden.
Keep in mind, it looks like there is a lot of zucchini in the pan, but they will shrink excessively when roasted.
2. Then they are immediately transferred to a serving platter and topped with a layer of fresh tomato sauce, and a generous amount of grated parmesan cheese, and ribbons of fresh basil.
The secret to its explosive flavors? …is this:
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When the zucchini begins to absorb the tomato sauce and parmesan cheese along with the aromatic fresh basil, the magic begins!
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All these fresh ingredients slowly infuse into the roasted zucchini, creating its amazing flavors!
Plus, this dish is even better if you use a very fresh homemade and light tomato sauce like our Mom’s Quick Marinara Sauce.
Here are some Quick Tips!
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When I make a batch of her sauce, I keep it tightly sealed in a jar and in my fridge so I can use it for recipes like this one.
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Her sauce stays fresh for up to four days. And it freezes beautifully too.
What to Serve with our Roasted Zucchini Parmesan…
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Parmesan Crusted Turkey Cutlets
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Chicken Rollatini with Prosciutto and Cheese
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Bake or Roast Branzino with Lemon
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London Broil Steak Grilled to Perfection
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Roasted Red Snapper Italian Style
Roasted Zucchini Parmesan is extremely light and flavorful, you’ll be amazed what a wonderful side dish this is!
I used only 4 medium-size zucchini’s to make this as a quick side dish the other night, and it was enough for 3 people. I do recommend you make more if you are serving more than 3 people.
It’s so flavorful – you’ll want to eat this dish all by yourself. It’s that good, and sort of irresistible in some way.
My family loved it!
Next time I think I will double the amount of zucchini’s so I can have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Roasted Zucchini Parmesan is a gluten-free, low-calorie zucchini dish and one that will have everyone coming back for more!
This recipe is adapted from our Mom’s original version of her zucchini parmigiana. Only hers is similar to a lasagna, and it’s loaded with layers and layers and it’s weighed down with tons of cheeses including mozzarella.
Don’t get me wrong, her zucchini parmesan is delicious too, but much heavier.
If you are short for time and looking for a very “light zucchini side dish” and one that reminds you of your favorite parmigiana recipe?
Then look no further. This is that recipe!
Simple. Easy. Totally Delicious.
Roasted Zucchini Parmesan is without a doubt a much lighter dish without sacrificing flavor! Try it, you’ll be glad you did.
ENJOY!!
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If you enjoy our Zucchini Parmesan, then you might also enjoy our Roasted Eggplant Parm-Lightened as well!
Plus, try our Best Zucchini Lasagna – without Noodles! It’s gluten-free, light, and most delicious!!
Finally, more delicious Zucchini Recipes…
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Zucchini Rollatini with Spinach and Cheese
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Fast & Easy Zucchini Tomato Soup
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Zucchini Sticks Oreganata
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Easy Italian Zucchini Stew
Yield: 2 to 3 servings
Roasted Zucchini Parmesan - Lightened!
This deconstructed Zucchini Parmesan recipe will explode in your mouth with all the flavors of our mom's original zucchini parmigiana. Best of all, it's made in less time, contains fewer calories and less fat and is twice as delicious without weighing us down.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil - divided
- 4 medium-sized zucchini - sliced round
- salt and black pepper
- 1/2 cup marinara tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 5 large basil leaves - thinly sliced or chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to Roast at 375 F. degrees (190C). Drizzle 1 tablespoon on the bottom of a large roasting pan.
- Scatter the sliced zucchini into the roasting pan, and season with a little salt and black pepper on top. Then drizzle on top with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Roast zucchini on the top rack in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, and shaking the pan to turn them over or you can flip them over with a spatula to roast the other side evenly. Then roast for an additional 10 minutes until they are golden.
- Remove and transfer to a serving platter. Then spoon a single layer of tomato sauce ( preferably marinara sauce), then with a generous layer of grated Parmesan cheese on top and fresh basil.
- Set the platter aside to sit for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Serves 2 to 3
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
3 servingsServing Size:
1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 159Total Fat: 11gCarbohydrates: 14.5gFiber: 4gSugar: 8.2gProtein: 4g
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving size: 1 serving | |
| Servings: 3 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 159 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 11g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat 1.8g | 9% |
| Cholesterol 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 200mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.5g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 8.2g | |
| Protein 4g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 51mg | 4% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 816mg | 17% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. | |
4 Comments
Anthony
August 12, 2021 at 4:03 amLove this dish! Zucchini and tomatoes go great together. I’ve made it using zucchini “boats” filled with marinara sauce and cheese. I like your method since slicing the zucchini means a lot of water probably comes out in the oven. Can’t wait to try – looks delicious!
by Anna and Liz
August 12, 2021 at 11:43 pmThanks so much, Anthony! And welcome to our blog, it’s so nice to meet you! Yes, this is a great way to making this zucchini dish, and I know you will enjoy it as much as we do. Please come back to tell us your outcome! ENJOY!! 🙂
Susan
June 29, 2019 at 2:53 pmA delicious way to enjoy the farmers market zucchini in another month or so!
by Anna and Liz
June 29, 2019 at 5:09 pmYes and here in the South we already have zucchini from the farmer’s market , but you don’t have to wait. You can make this dish all year long! Enjoy and thanks for stopping by!