Parmesan Roasted Zucchini
Tender roasted zucchini or yellow squash can be cooked in an air fryer or oven for a quick and easy vegetable side dish to serve on a busy night or as part of a holiday dinner.
Ingredients
- 3 fresh zucchini or yellow squash or a mix
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Mediterranean herb blend
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic or 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Trim the ends from the squash and slice them in half lengthwise. Then cut each half into halves again making four long strips. Cut the zucchini into 1-inch thick pieces and place them in a medium sized mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the cut zucchini. Sprinkle the herb blend, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes over the top. Use a spoon to toss it together until everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan over the zucchini and toss to coat.
- Preheat your air fryer or oven to 425°F. Place the prepared zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet. If you have an air fryer with a basket, you may have to work in batches so the zucchini are in a single layer.
- Roast the zucchini for 10 - 12 minutes or until the parmesan has melted and the squash are fork-tender. To get a delicious golden brown crispy edge, you can place the baking pan under the broiler for 1 minute. This only affects the final presentation, the zucchini will be delicious even without that final step.