Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Rounds — a quick and easy snack or side dish that’s low-carb, cheesy, and irresistibly crispy!

🧀 Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Rounds

These roasted zucchini rounds are coated with Parmesan and spices, then baked until golden and crispy. They’re perfect as a healthy appetizer, snack, or side—ready in just 20 minutes!

⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes

🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4

🥗 Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ¼-inch thick rounds

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prep zucchini:

   • Wash and dry zucchinis. Slice into uniform ¼-inch thick rounds for even cooking.

3. Season:

   • In a large bowl, toss zucchini rounds with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

4. Coat with Parmesan:

   • Dip or press each round into the Parmesan cheese, coating one side.

   • Arrange the zucchini in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, cheese-side up.

5. Bake:

   • Roast for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and crispy and zucchini is tender.

6. Optional – Broil for extra crisp:

   • For a crispier top, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end — watch closely to avoid burning.

7. Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped parsley or basil. Serve hot as a snack, appetizer, or side.

💡 Tips:

• Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results—it melts and crisps better than pre-shredded.

• Great paired with marinara sauce for dipping!

• Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

🧾 Nutrition (Per Serving — Approximate):

• Calories: 120

• Total Fat: 8g

• Carbohydrates: 5g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 2g

• Protein: 6g

• Sodium: 240mg

• Potassium: 280mg