Zucchini Cheesy Garlic Steaks

This cheesy, garlicky zucchini steak is the ultimate low-carb, healthy zucchini recipe that works as a quick dinner side or even a main dish.

With tender zucchini slices seared to perfection and topped with melty mozzarella and garlic butter, this dish is an easy way to add more vegetables to your meals.

Whether you’re looking for Mediterranean vegetarian recipes, keto steak dinner sides, or healthy recipes with mozzarella cheese, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Zucchini Cheesy Garlic Steaks

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings 2

Ingredients

  

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• 2 large zucchini sliced lengthwise into ½-inch thick “steaks”
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Season zucchini slices with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
• Sear zucchini for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly tender.
• Sprinkle shredded cheese over the zucchini steaks and cover the skillet.
• Cook for 2 more minutes until the cheese melts. Serve hot.

Notes

For a vegetarian entrée, serve this dish with a fresh side salad or roasted chickpeas.
For a non-vegetarian option, make it part of a zucchini dinner recipe by pairing it with grilled chicken or salmon.

For a Mediterranean twist, add crumbled feta and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Try it as a keto steak dinner side with a juicy ribeye or filet mignon.

Experiment with different ways to fix zucchini by swapping mozzarella for Parmesan or cheddar.

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