The Vegan Parmesan Zucchini is a great side dish or snack idea for vegans. This recipe contains all plant-based components, so vegans do not feel guilty of having this snack. You will only require half an hour to make this Vegan Parmesan Zucchini. The recipe is not complicated at all to prepare. We make round zucchini slices along with vegan Parmesan to give it a great taste and look. This snack comes on the lighter side rather than the heavy ones. The top of the zucchini will become golden and a bit crunchy.
STATS:
- Prep time: Ten minutes
- Cook time: Twenty minutes
- Total duration: 30 minutes
- Portion size: 1 cup
- Course: Side dish
- Number of calories: 140 kcal
- Diet: Vegan
- Cuisine: American / Mediterranean
- Serving: 4 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Spoon
- Mixing bowl
- Baking mat
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Baking tray
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 medium zucchini (sliced into rounds)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Half cup vegan parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Half tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- This is the core product that we will be using for this vegan recipe. Other options for zucchini can include slices of eggplant or yellow squash. Zucchini can soak up the other product’s flavors when it bakes. This vegetable also has a lower caloric count.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil performs many roles in this recipe. It provides moisture to the snack, it can help in sticking the herbs and seasonings on zucchini slices, and it also cooks the snack properly. Rather than olive oil, you may also consider using avocado oil if you want.
VEGAN PARMESAN CHEESE:
- This is also the core product we will be using in this recipe. The cheese flavor comes along with it, and it also gives a salty flavor to the zucchini. The texture of zucchini slices becomes crispy when using them. For an alternative to this ingredient, you may use salt + ground cashews.
NUTRITIONAL YEAST:
- This ingredient will not include any fat, and it will give a more cheesy taste as well. It also provides nutrition to the zucchini slices. You can omit nutritional yeast if you want a subtle taste.
ONION & GARLIC POWDER:
- Both of these powders will help make the flavor of the overall snack better. Using fresh garlic is also a good idea.
SEASONINGS & HERBS:
- These help in maintaining the overall flavors in the zucchini slices. Other options for these can be chili flakes, thyme, or basil.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm you over to 200°C.
- Place the baking mat over the tray.
- Use a bowl to put in the zucchini slices.
- Mix all the products in the bowl except nutritional yeast & vegan parmesan.
- Be sure to evenly cover the slices in the mix.
- Assemble the slices on the tray evenly; do not create layers.
- Add nutritional yeast and vegan parmesan over the slices.
- Baking time is only 20 minutes for these slices.
- Enjoy your warm and crispy zucchini snack.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- You can pair this snack easily with some cooked brown rice to make a satisfying vegan meal.
- Another idea can be pairing this snack with some vegan pasta.
- Grilling some chickpeas or tofu and eating them with this snack is also a great idea.
TIPS:
- Be sure to assemble the zucchini pieces in a single layer.
- Cut the zucchini slices to the same thickness so that they can bake nicely.
- You can eat them right after they bake so that the taste stays fresh.
- Other than vegan Parmesan, breadcrumbs will enhance the crispiness as well.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- For refrigeration, keep this snack inside a sealed vessel for only 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Freezing this snack is not a good idea as the zucchini slices will get liquidy.
FAQs:
What other ways can I try to make this recipe?
- Rather than baking, you may try using a pan to cook the zucchini slices on top of a medium flame.
What are good recommendations for vegetables in place of zucchini?
- You may utilize mushrooms or bell peppers; they can work just fine.
For this recipe, is vegan Parmesan important to use?
- You can exclude the use of, just make use of nutritional yeast.
What to do to prepare a gluten-free version of this zucchini snack?
- All the items that we will use in this snack have no gluten in them.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Iron: 2 g
Sodium: 320 g
Potassium: 380 grams
Vitamin A: 420 IU
Calories: 140 kcal
Net carbs: 6 g
Total carbs: 9 grams
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 5 grams
Fat: 9 g
Calcium: 120 grams
