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Balsamic Parmesan Zucchini Bites

Elevate your zucchini by testing out these easy balsamic parmesan zucchini bites. These little golden discs of perfection are a great side dish accompaniment or a snack upgrade option. Super fast, and ultra-healthy, these zucchini bites really hit the spot!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 Zucchini (medium, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds)

  • 1 1/2 tsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  • 1 tsp Balsamic Vinegar

  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (grated)

  • 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning

  • 1/4 tsp Sea Salt

  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Add the zucchini rounds to a mixing bowl and toss with oil and balsamic vinegar. Arrange seasoned zucchini rounds on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. In a small bowl combine cheese, Italian seasoning, sea salt and garlic powder. Top each zucchini round with the cheese mixture.

  4. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly and browned. Serve immediately and enjoy!

NOTES:

Leftovers

  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days. For best results, reheat in the oven.

Serving Size

  • One serving is approximately five zucchini bites (or 1/4 of a zucchini).

No Olive Oil

  • Use avocado oil instead.

Hope you enjoy this recipe!

xoxo,

Chelsea