Baked Parmesan Zucchini Spears

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 – 3 lbs fresh zucchini
• 1 cup parmesan cheese fresh grated, split 3/4 cup and 1/4 cup
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
• 3/4 teaspoon oregano
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. 01

   Pre–heat oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with aluminom foil.

2. 02

   Slice zucchini into 3 1/2 – 4 inch spears and line them on baking sheet in a single layer.

3. 03

   In a large mixing bowl, add salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and pepper and mix. Add olive oils and mix until a loose paste is formed.

4. 04

   Add zucchini spears to the bowl and mix well into the paste

5. 05

   Place zucchini spears on a non-stick baking sheet skin side down

6. 06

   Sprinkle the zucchini with 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.

7. 07

   Bake for 15 minutes.

8. 08

   Turn oven up to broil and cook fro another 3 minutes.

9. 09

   Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese and serve.

Notes

• Parmesan can be Salty, you may need to adjust the recipe to your flavor profile after first attempt.