Name: Tex-Mex Zucchini Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds; 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen); 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; Salt, to taste; Ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Description

A delicious and healthy dish combining fresh vegetables, protein-packed black beans, and zesty spices, perfect as a main dish or side.

Ingredients

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3 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a medium baking dish with olive oil.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until the mixture is warmed and slightly softened.
Arrange half of the zucchini rounds in the base of the prepared baking dish. Spread half of the sautéed vegetable mixture over the zucchini and sprinkle with half of the cheddar or Mexican blend cheese and half of the shredded mozzarella.
Repeat the layering with the remaining zucchini, vegetable mixture, and cheeses.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove the bake from the oven. Allow to cool slightly, then top with freshly chopped cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh zucchinis for best flavor and texture. Adjust spices to taste and consider adding chopped jalapeños for heat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

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: 9g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 30mg