These zucchini pizza bites are not just a healthier alternative; they’re also bursting with flavor. The zucchini provides a mild taste that complements the toppings beautifully, making each bite a satisfying experience.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 28 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
2medium zucchinissliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1cupmarinara sauce
1cupshredded mozzarella cheese
1/2cuppepperoni slices or your favorite toppings
1teaspoonItalian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the Zucchini: Arrange the zucchini slices on the baking sheet. Lightly spray with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Bake the Zucchini: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until slightly tender.
Add Toppings: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spoon a small amount of marinara sauce onto each zucchini slice. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and your choice of toppings.
Final Bake: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your zucchini pizza bites warm!