The Vegan Baked Cheesy Zucchini Stacks are tasty and contains 165 calories per serving. Takes 45 minutes to prepare these stacks. Serve them at events, lunches, feasts, holidays, festivals, dinners, get-togethers, or functions. It contains zucchini, shredded vegan mozzarella cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, parsley, and cooking spray. We may pair it with garden salad, herb farro, kale salad, lemon quinoa, lentil patties, grilled tempeh, cucumber tomato salad, tomato basil pasta, garlic spaghetti, or brown rice pilaf. You may keep these Vegan Baked Cheesy Zucchini Stacks in the refrigerator for 4 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Course: Side Dish
- Serving Size: 2 zucchini stacks
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Diet: Vegan
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
EQUIPMENT:
- Mixing bowl
- Baking paper
- Pastry brush
- Oven
- Serving spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Baking sheet
- Small spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Half tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup shredded vegan mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 medium zucchini
- Half tsp salt
- Two tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Half tsp onion powder
- Cooking spray
- Quarter tsp black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- It is the main component that gives juicy texture to the stacks. Use medium-sized zucchini to cook them evenly and stack them easily. Include yellow summer squash if you are not using zucchini.
VEGAN MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- It melts well and gives a delicious cheesy texture. Cheese makes the layers creamy and makes the recipe light. You may use vegan cheddar as a substitute.
COOKING SPRAY:
- It helps the zucchini to cook evenly & keep it from sticking. Cooking spray fulfill the need of oil and makes the recipe lighter. You may use olive oil cooking spray as per your choice.
PARSLEY:
- Parsley gives bright color & fresh taste to the dish. It makes the stacks look delicious. You may use basil, chives, or dill as a substitute.
NUTRITIONAL YEAST:
- Yeast gives a naturally cheesy taste to the stacks. It gives extra protein and makes the taste rich. Vegan parmesan is a great option to include as a replacement.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, include baking paper on the tray & warm the oven to 400°F.
- Coat the tray with cooking spray and cut the zucchini into even ¼-inch rounds.
- Mix salt, onion powder, Italian seasoning, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, & olive oil in a small bowl.
- Brush the zucchini slices with the seasoning mixture and put one slice on the tray.
- Sprinkle a little vegan mozzarella & nutritional yeast on the slice.
- Then add another zucchini slice and make the stacks by adding 4-5 slices.
- Now, put the remaining vegan cheese on top and bake for 30 minutes.
- Lastly, sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve them.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Garden Salad
- Lemon Arugula Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Kale Salad
GRAIN:
- Lemon Quinoa
- Brown Rice Pilaf
- Garlic Couscous
- Herb Farro
PROTEIN:
- Crispy Baked Tofu
- Grilled Tempeh
- Lentil Patties
- Chickpea Cutlets
PASTA DISHES:
- Vegan Alfredo Pasta
- Tomato Basil Pasta
- Garlic Spaghetti
- Pesto Penne
SOUPS:
- Tomato Basil Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Minestrone
- Creamy Vegan Broccoli Soup
BREAD:
- Garlic Bread
- Focaccia
- Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
- Crusty Artisan Bread
TIPS:
- Evenly slice the zucchini to cook them well at the same time.
- Dry the zucchini with paper towels, then season with other ingredients.
- Include good quality vegan cheese for better melting in the stacks.
- Avoid overcrowding the tray to roast the zucchini properly.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the cooked stacks for 4 days in the box.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the dish in the vessel for 60 days.
FAQs:
Are these stacks good to prepare early?
- Yes, you may refrigerate the assembled stacks and bake when needed to serve.
Is yellow squash a great alternative to include?
- Yes, you may use it as it gives similar results at the same cooking time.
Why do I feel the zucchini is watery?
- It contains a lot of water, so dry well and remove the extra moisture, then bake to get better results.
Can I include more vegetables in the stacks?
- Yes, you may add thin layers of tomatoes, mushrooms, or eggplants in them.
How to make this dish oil-free?
- You may exclude oil and coat the zucchini slices with vegetable broth.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Protein: 8 grams
Fat: 11 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Iron: 1.8 grams
Calcium: 180 mg
Vitamin A: 900 IU
Total Carbs: 8 grams
Fiber: 3 g
Sodium: 420 milligrams
Calories: 165 kcal
Potassium: 520 mg
