Cheesy Pan-Fried Zucchini Rounds
This quick and easy recipe gives you perfectly golden zucchini rounds—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with a rich, melty layer of cheese. It’s a simple side dish packed with flavor and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
Zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch rounds – 2 medium
Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Salt and pepper – To taste
Shredded mozzarella cheese – ½ cup
Grated Parmesan cheese – ¼ cup
Chopped fresh parsley – 1 tablespoon
Instructions
Prepare the zucchini
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and slice them into even ¼-inch thick rounds. Lay them out and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
Cook the zucchini
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, arrange the zucchini slices in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until each round turns golden brown and becomes tender. Work in batches if needed.
Add the cheese
Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over all the zucchini rounds. Cover the skillet with a lid to trap the heat and let the cheese melt. This usually takes about 1–2 minutes until everything is fully melted and bubbly.
Serve
Transfer the cheesy zucchini rounds to a serving plate. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and gooey.
Enjoy this fast, flavorful, and satisfying zucchini dish!
