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Zucchini, Pepper and Mozzarella Bake with Creamy Lemon

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A flavorful and easy bake featuring zucchini, peppers, and gooey mozzarella, all brought together with a creamy lemon sauce.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, torn
  • 1/2 cup cream or yogurt
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss zucchini and peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking tray.
  3. Roast vegetables in the oven until golden on the edges, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and garlic.
  5. Spread roasted vegetables in a baking dish, pour the creamy lemon sauce over them, and top with mozzarella.
  6. Bake until cheese is bubbly and golden, approximately 20 minutes.
  7. Let cool for a minute before serving.

Notes

Feel free to substitute vegetables based on what you have. This dish is versatile and can be made ahead of time or frozen, though it may change the cheese texture.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg