Description
Discover how to make a delicious Cheesy Zucchini Ricotta Bake that is perfect for a comforting family meal. This easy recipe will become a favorite!
Ingredients
- – 4 zucchini (about 800g), firm
- – 3 tablespoons (45ml) olive oil
- – 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- – salt to taste, I used 2 large pinches
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) smoked paprika
- – 1/4 cup (60ml) mint leaves, thinly sliced and packed [seriously, pack it in]
- – 1 cup (240ml) ricotta cheese
- – cayenne to taste
Instructions
- Set your oven to a temperature of 450°F to preheat.
- Remove the ends of the zucchini, then slice them lengthwise and cut each section into triangular pieces.
- Place the zucchini pieces in a bowl and mix them with the olive oil, crushed garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and mint leaves.
- Transfer the seasoned zucchini into a baking dish.
- Add dollops of ricotta cheese on top, ensuring about half of the zucchini is covered.
- Lightly sprinkle cayenne pepper over the ricotta and zucchini.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and cook for 30 minutes.
- If you desire a more golden cheese topping, you may leave it in a bit longer, but be cautious as the zucchini might become overcooked.
Notes
- Pack the mint leaves tightly for a refreshing flavor.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired spiciness.
- Watch the zucchini towards the end of cooking to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 10g
Keywords: zucchini triangles, baked ricotta, mint garlic zucchini, oven-baked zucchini, crispy ricotta topping