Description
This Garlic Lemon and Parmesan Oven Roasted Zucchini recipe is a simple, flavorful side dish featuring tender zucchini wedges coated with a zesty olive oil, garlic, and lemon mixture, topped with savory Parmesan cheese, then oven roasted to golden perfection. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini
- 1 1/2 lbs zucchini (about 4 – 5 small/medium zucchini)
Olive Oil Mixture
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 1 small lemon (1 tsp)
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed through a garlic crusher or finely minced
Seasoning and Topping
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a rimmed cookie sheet with aluminum foil to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Cut zucchini: Slice each zucchini into four wedges lengthwise, creating uniform pieces for even roasting.
- Prepare olive oil mixture: In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon zest, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Arrange zucchini: Place zucchini wedges on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart to ensure proper roasting.
- Brush with olive oil mixture: Using a brush or spoon, generously coat the tops of the zucchini with the olive oil mixture, making sure to distribute garlic and lemon zest evenly.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese over the coated zucchini, pressing slightly to adhere the cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake then broil: Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes until tender. Then, adjust the oven rack to the top position and broil for 2-3 minutes until the Parmesan topping is golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm, optionally garnished with additional lemon zest or herbs.
Notes
- Cut zucchini into uniform wedges to ensure even cooking.
- Watch carefully during broiling as the Parmesan can burn quickly.
- Feel free to garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for extra flavor.
- This dish is best served immediately while warm and crispy.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic or lemon zest to taste.
