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Zucchini Tomato Bake Recipe

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This Zucchini Tomato Bake is a simple, flavorful vegetable casserole featuring tender zucchini and sweet grape tomatoes baked with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs. It’s a quick and healthy side dish perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

  • 2.5 pounds zucchini, cut into quarters (about 2 large zucchinis)
  • 10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
  • 5 large garlic cloves, minced

Seasonings & Cheese

  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil and oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)

Other

  • Cooking spray (for greasing the baking dish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the quartered zucchini and halved grape tomatoes to create the base of your bake.
  3. Add seasonings and cheese: Add the minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil and oregano, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Toss gently to evenly coat all vegetables with the seasonings and cheese.
  4. Transfer to baking dish: Pour the vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and lightly browned, and the tomatoes have softened.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove the bake from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add color and fresh flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute fresh basil and oregano for dried if preferred; use about 1 tablespoon each if fresh.
  • This dish pairs well as a side for grilled chicken, fish, or pasta dishes.
  • For a richer flavor, sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the baking dish so the vegetables roast evenly.

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