Description
Indulge in a creamy and cheesy Keto Scalloped Zucchini that transforms everyday zucchini into an irresistible dish! Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is both satisfying and healthy. The rich blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheddar envelops thinly sliced zucchini, creating a luscious sauce that will have your family coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite veggies or cheeses, this scalloped zucchini is not just low-carb but also packed with flavor. Whether served as a delightful side at dinner or as a stand-alone meal, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Enjoy this comforting dish while sneaking in those essential veggies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 Onion (Chopped)
- 2 tsp Minced Garlic
- 3 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/4 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- 2 large Zucchini (sliced thinly)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Melt butter in an ovenproof skillet over medium heat; sauté the onions until softened.
- Add minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, cream cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until the cream cheese melts.
- Pour in heavy whipping cream; simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Mix in mozzarella and cheddar cheeses until melted.
- Layer zucchini slices in the same skillet, slightly overlapping them.
- Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the layered zucchini.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top and bubbly around edges.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dish (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg