Cheesy Zucchini Bites

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Cheesy Zucchini Bites
30 min.
35
21kcal

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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that's both gluten-free and packed with flavor? Look no further than these Cheesy Zucchini Bites! Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a cozy night in, these bites are sure to impress your friends and family.

With a base of tender zucchini boats filled with a delectable mixture of blue cheese, Parmesan, and basil, these bites are the ultimate comfort food. The addition of thinly sliced cherry tomatoes adds a burst of freshness and color to each bite, while a sprinkle of pepper provides a subtle kick.

Baked to perfection at 400°F, these Cheesy Zucchini Bites require just 30 minutes of your time, making them a fantastic option when you need to whip up a quick appetizer. Each serving contains only 21 calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence.

Serve these Cheesy Zucchini Bites as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer, and watch them disappear in no time. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a more formal event, these bites are sure to be a hit. So go ahead and give them a try – your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • pint cherry tomatoes thinly sliced
  • teaspoon basil dried
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • medium zucchini ( 6 inches long)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • melon baller

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini into 3/4-in. slices. Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop out the insides and discard, leaving the bottom intact.
  2. Place zucchini on an ungreased baking sheet; spoon 1/2 teaspoon crumbled blue cheese into each.
  3. Combine Parmesan cheese, basil and pepper; sprinkle half over blue cheese. Top each with a tomato slice; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan mixture.
  4. Bake at 400° for 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  5. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories21kcal
Protein23.73%
Fat47.67%
Carbs28.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.11
Glycemic Load
0.11
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.1456521875832%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:20.52kcal
1.03%
Fat:1.16g
1.78%
Saturated Fat:0.7g
4.37%
Carbohydrates:1.56g
0.52%
Net Carbohydrates:1.17g
0.43%
Sugar:1.05g
1.17%
Cholesterol:2.8mg
0.93%
Sodium:48.51mg
2.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.29g
2.59%
Vitamin C:8.09mg
9.81%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.41%
Potassium:112.48mg
3.21%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.12%
Vitamin A:150.79IU
3.02%
Phosphorus:29.77mg
2.98%
Calcium:27.53mg
2.75%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.56%
Folate:9.76µg
2.44%
Vitamin K:2.17µg
2.07%
Magnesium:7.37mg
1.84%
Fiber:0.39g
1.55%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.44%
Copper:0.03mg
1.36%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.32%
Iron:0.23mg
1.3%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.24%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.17%
Selenium:0.74µg
1.06%