Cheesy Panko Zucchini Rounds
These crispy and cheesy zucchini rounds topped with a golden panko and mozzarella cheese blend make a delicious and simple appetizer or side dish. With just a few ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini
- ½ c panko
- 2 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 pinch of pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees
- Cover a baking sheet with foil
- Spray the baking sheet with cooking spray
- In a small bowl mix together a pinch of pepper, the mozzarella cheese and panko
- Wash and dry the zucchini
- Cut the ends off of the zucchini
- Slice into ½” rounds
- Spread the zucchini rounds on the baking sheet. Allow as much space as you can between rounds.
- Top the rounds with the cheese-panko mixture.
- Roast in the hot oven for 15 minutes.
Notes
This dish is best served fresh out of the oven while the cheese is still melty and the panko topping is crispy. For a variation, try adding herbs like basil or oregano to the cheese mixture for an extra flavor boost.
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