Baked zucchini with tomatoes and cheese
4 servings
60 minutes
Baked zucchini with tomatoes and cheese is a light and exquisite dish of Italian cuisine that offers a harmony of freshness and rich flavor. The roots of this recipe trace back to the traditions of the Mediterranean diet, where vegetables, cheese, and spices come together in simple yet delightful combinations. Tender, slightly caramelized zucchini, sweet juicy tomatoes, and melted cheese create a magnificent balance of taste—soft with a hint of acidity and rich creaminess. The dish is perfect as an appetizer, side dish or even a light dinner. Serving it with a glass of white wine and fresh herbs evokes the atmosphere of an Italian dinner filled with sunlight and aromas of Mediterranean cuisine.
1
Slice the zucchini into 1.5–2 cm thick rounds. Season with salt and pepper, and place in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 7 minutes.
- Zucchini: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Then place a slice of tomato on each zucchini round and put it in the oven for another 5 minutes.
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
3
Grate the cheese, sprinkle it on the zucchini, and leave it in the oven until the cheese melts.
- Hard cheese: 50 g
