Zucchini Pepperoni Pizza Bake
A delicious Zucchini Pepperoni Pizza Bake that combines fresh veggies with classic pizza flavors for a comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Zucchini: sliced into rounds or halves
- Pepperoni: classic pizza topping
- Cheese: blend of mozzarella and Parmesan
- Pizza Sauce: homemade or store-bought
- Olive oil: for sautéing
- Salt: for seasoning
- Pepper: for seasoning
- Fresh Basil (optional): for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prep the zucchini by washing and slicing into even thickness, around ¼ inch.
- Salt the zucchini rounds and let them sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Sauté the zucchini in olive oil for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Layer the ingredients in a baking dish, starting with pizza sauce, zucchini, pepperoni, and cheese, and repeating until ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Cool the bake for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding bell peppers, jalapeños, spinach, or using different sauces and cheeses. Leftovers can be frozen for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Zucchini Pizza, Comfort Food, Vegetarian Pizza, Easy Dinner, Italian Recipes