Zucchini Pizza Bites
Zucchini sliced thick, tossed in olive oil, topped with Rao's pizza sauce, fresh-grated mozzarella, and chopped pepperoni, baked at 375°F for 20 minutes and finished under the broiler for one minute until the cheese is bubbly and golden. All the pizza flavor, a serving of vegetables, and a side dish that kids actually request.
Servings: 4
Calories: 195kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Zucchini (slice into thick slices)
- 1 cup Rao's pizza sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella (shredded from a block)
- 2 Pepperoni (chop into small bits)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 f
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Toss the 2 zucchini sliced with the 2 TBSP. olive oil
- Lay the zucchini slices flat onto parchment lined baking sheet.
- Top with a spoonful of pizza sauce
- Sprinkle on 1 tsp. cheese and then desired amount of pepperoni
- Bake for 20 minutes. To finish off, place under the broiler for a minute until tops are bubbly.
Notes
Slice thick — at least ½ inch. Thin slices go soggy.
Keep toppings thin. Small spoonful of sauce, 1 tsp cheese per slice.
Chop pepperoni small so it stays on the bite.
Watch the broiler. One minute is usually enough. Don't walk away.
Pat zucchini dry before tossing if they seem watery.
Nutrition
Serving: 1person | Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 18mg