
Ingredients:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place the slices on a paper towel and sprinkle them with a little salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out some moisture.
- Blot the zucchini slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Arrange the zucchini rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Spoon a small amount of marinara sauce onto each zucchini round, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the sauce on each zucchini round.
- Sprinkle dried oregano and garlic powder evenly over the cheese-topped zucchini rounds.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the zucchini is tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Serve warm as a delicious keto-friendly appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Information (per serving, recipe makes about 4 servings):
- Calories: 87
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 305mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 3g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 7g
Please note that these values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands of ingredients and portion sizes.