by Alyssa RiversQuick and easy zucchini spears that are coated in parmesan and garlic and roasted in the oven to perfection. It is delicious and the perfect way to use up that zucchini!
The zucchini just isn’t stopping at our house. Once it starts it just doesn’t stop. But thats ok. Zucchini is my favorite summer vegetable. And there are so many yummy ways to use up that zucchini. But these zucchini spears became my new favorite.
I love how quick and easy these are to throw in to the oven. It takes just a matter of minutes to throw together. And how can you not love the parmesan and garlic flavor combination?? It goes so well on roasted vegetables in my opinion.
The oven roasted these to perfection. With a slight crisp edge on the outside and a tender and soft inside. And the parmesan garlic coating on the outside is so delicious! But how can you not love the parmesan and garlic flavor combination? They were meant for each other. 🙂
This is such a great way to use up that zucchini crop. They make a great side or even a snack and will become an instant favorite!
- 3 medium sized zucchini (about 1½ pounds)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 Tablespoon shredded parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut in half widthwise. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Lay the zucchini on the cookie sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon peel, garlic, and oregano. Drizzle over zucchini spears. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown. To give more of a crisp edge, broil for the last 3 minutes.
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•Utopia Kitchen Cooking Knives
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This is a terrific recipe, a fabulous way to prepare zucchini. It was easy for me to adapt the flavors and spices to my family’s preferences. Thanks so much!
I am a zucchini lover and cannot wait to try this recipe it absolutely wonderful
YAY! Me too!! Enjoy your spears;)! XOXO
How many calories and carbs are in one serving?
I like to use myfitnesspal.com or skinnytaste.com to find the nutritional information that I am looking for. Hopefully one of those can help you find what you are looking for. Thanks so much for following along with me! XOXO
Going to try this today. Looks yummy.
Can the Roasted Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Spears be done on the grill?
Oh, yes! That sounds delicious! Let me know how it turns out! XOXO
These look wonderful, and I have a small zucchini looking lonely on the kitchen counter. Looks just right for my husband and myself to go with the spanakopita I am making for dinner! Thanks for posting!
Just made these for a side with a piece of salmon and red roasted potatos. These were absolutely amazing. My 13 year old son loved them too! Will make them again. Actually. A lot of agains. Thank you for sharing such a great easy healthy recipe.
I made this with yellow squash. It was good, but my husband asked me to add more seasoning next time. I thought it was great. He smokes, so…
your recipes look so good , I need to try them .
What is the carb count?
I like to use skinnytaste.com or myfitnesspal.com for any nutritional information that I may have. Hope that you are able to find what you are looking for. Thanks so much for following along with me! XOXO
Excellent! Just Excellent!
hi Alyssa…i just love ur recipes that i’ve tried so far. i was wondering if i could substitute the grated parmesan cheese for shredded mozzarella cheese? im not a fan of grated parmesan cheese, never have been not even on pizza lol. keep the recipes coming please n thank u 🙂
Yes, you are welcome to switch the ingredients; however, you may alter the taste and texture even. It may be more cheesy rather than firm on top. Let me know what you think! XOXO
If you bake it in the oven why use the iron skillet?
You can also use a skillet to bake it in the oven instead of a baking sheet. Hope that helps!
If you cook it in the oven why is the iron skillet in the pictures.
The iron skillet can go into the oven to heat the zucchini or it is a great skillet for on top of the stove as well.