Description
Get ready to love your vegetables with this Oven Baked Zucchini and Cheese dish! Perfect for quick dinners, healthy sides, or comforting potluck additions, this easy recipe delivers a melty, creamy, and golden-topped casserole that satisfies every bite. Whether you need a crowd-pleasing dinner idea or a new food idea to spice up your vegetable game, this dish is flavorful and fast—ideal for any home cook looking for an easy recipe that’s packed with comfort.
Ingredients
4 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
Optional: fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Arrange zucchini slices in the dish, overlapping slightly.
- Mix heavy cream, garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan, and thyme in a bowl.
- Pour cheese mixture over zucchini and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let it rest, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish