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Zucchini Slices Baked with Tomato Sauce & Mozzarella Cheese

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Zucchini slices baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese for a simple, comforting vegetarian meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 235
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium zucchini sliced into rounds
  • 1½ cups tomato sauce
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

Mandolin Slicer
Mandolin Slicer
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Cast Iron Skillet
Cast Iron Skillet
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  3. Arrange zucchini slices in a single layer.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Spoon tomato sauce evenly over the zucchini.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  8. Let rest briefly before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 711mgPotassium: 689mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 976IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 249mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use marinara or plain tomato sauce.
Add herbs like basil or oregano if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

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