Description
Cheesy Zucchini Ricotta Bake is a delightful dish that perfectly marries comfort and nutrition. With layers of tender zucchini and creamy ricotta, this bake is not only easy to prepare but also an impressive crowd-pleaser for family dinners or gatherings. Golden, cheesy, and packed with flavor, each bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini (sliced into ½-inch rounds)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté zucchini slices until tender and slightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, eggs, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the sautéed zucchini followed by half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 120mg