They give this simple side dish an extra-savory flavor.

If you have summer squash on hand, it works well here too.

Add zucchini; toss to coat.

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Arrange in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet.

Top with the remaining 3 tablespoons Parmesan.

Bake until the cheese is browned on top and the zucchini is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

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Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Frequently Asked Questions

This simple, unassuming squash isloaded with nutrients.

Because we use Parmesan cheese, as is, this recipe is not veganbut it is vegetarian.

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Look for vegetarian Parmesan cheese, which is made without rennet.

To make it vegan, feel free to substitute withvegan Parmesan cheeseornutritional yeast.

Summer squash would work perfectly here!

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you’re free to also try this recipe with carrots, Brussels sprouts, broccoli or cauliflower.

Be sure to cut the vegetables into bite-size pieces so that they cook quickly and evenly.

The difference between grated and shredded Parmesan is the texture and consistency.

Grated Parmesan has a fine, powdery texture, while shredded Parmesan consists of longer, thinner strips.

No, there’s no need to peel the zucchini!

Avoid zucchini with dents or gashes.

Before cooking, be sure to wash the zucchini well and scrub off any dirt.

Salting zucchini helps draw out excess moisture, preventing the zucchini from getting too watery during cooking.

This is especially useful when makingzucchini noodlesorzucchini casseroles.

It’s not necessary to salt the zucchini for this recipe, though.

We use small zucchini, which have less water content than larger ones.

verify not to overcrowd the large rimmed baking sheet with zucchini.

The zucchini slices should be arranged in a single layer to allow the air to circulate around them.

This helps the zucchini brown and crisp evenly.

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