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Three Cheese Zucchini Parmesan

Three Cheese Zucchini Parmesan: Crispy Comfort Food Bliss

A delightful vegetarian twist on the classic comfort dish, featuring crispy zucchini and a melty trio of cheeses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 2-3 medium Zucchini Fresh and light, peel for less green appearance.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free options if needed.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with flax egg for vegan option.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use regular breadcrumbs for a less crispy texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Fresh herbs can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Use vegetarian-certified cheese.
For Frying
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or grapeseed oil.
For the Cheeses
  • 1/2 cup Fontina Cheese Can be swapped with provolone.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Part-skim version can reduce fat content.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Simple Marinara Sauce Other pasta sauces can be used.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Tongs
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Zucchini: Trim the ends of the zucchinis and slice them lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick strips.
  2. Dredging Stations Setup: Prepare three shallow bowls with flour, beaten egg, and the panko mixture.
  3. Dredge Zucchini: Coat each zucchini slice in flour, egg, and then the panko mixture.
  4. Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a skillet, heat over medium-low until shimmering.
  5. Fry Zucchini: Fry zucchini slices until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer and Broil: Preheat broiler, arrange fried zucchini, and sprinkle with cheeses before broiling.
  7. Top with Sauce: Add marinara sauce over zucchini and return to broiler until bubbling.
  8. Serve Warm: Enjoy your crispy zucchini dish warm, paired with pasta or salad if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure zucchini slices are uniform for even cooking; refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

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