Description
Three Cheese Zucchini Parmesan is a delightful Italian dish that transforms fresh zucchini into a comforting meal bursting with flavor. This recipe features layers of crispy, golden-breaded zucchini, topped with a rich marinara sauce and a decadent blend of Fontina, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. It’s an excellent choice for family dinners or entertaining guests, providing a healthy twist without compromising on taste. Not only is it easy to prepare, but the versatility of this dish allows it to shine as a main course or a side. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven for maximum gooeyness and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Fontina cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven broiler.
- Slice zucchini lengthwise into 1/2 inch pieces.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, parsley, and Parmesan.
- Dredge each zucchini slice in flour, then egg, followed by the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry in a nonstick skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer fried zucchini to a baking sheet; layer cheeses on top and broil until melted.
- Serve immediately with marinara sauce and additional cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying/Broiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg