Aida's Scalloped Zucchini Recipe

Name: Aida's Scalloped Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil; 2 pounds zucchini, ends trimmed and sliced into 1/4-inch thick coins; Salt; 4 (12 by 18-inch) pieces aluminum foil; 2 cups shredded aged Cheddar; 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced (about 1 cup); 4 teaspoons minced garlic (from about 4 medium cloves); Freshly ground black pepper; 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 16 thyme sprigs

Servings: persons

1
Heat grill to 350 degrees F (medium heat) and oil well.
2
Place zucchini in a sieve set over a bowl, salt well, toss to coat, and set aside to let drain, at least 5 minutes.
3
When ready to cook, oil 1 piece of aluminum foil on 1 side.
4
Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese in the middle of the foil to form a rectangle, shingle 1/4 of the zucchini over cheese (about 3 rows of 8 zucchini coins).
5
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the shallots and 1 teaspoon of garlic evenly over top, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
6
Top with another 1/4 cup cheese, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour, and top with 4 sprigs of thyme.
7
Enclose foil tightly to form a packet and repeat to make 4 packets.
8
Place the packets on the grill and cook until zucchini is soft and cooked through, turning once, about 10 minutes total.

1579

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive oil, 2 pounds zucchini, ends trimmed and sliced into 1/4-inch thick coins, Salt, 4 (12 by 18-inch) pieces aluminum foil, and more.

Yes, Aida's Scalloped Zucchini falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aida's Scalloped Zucchini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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