Zucchini Parmigiana
with Herby Garlic Ciabatta and Insalata Caprese
Parmigiana is a Northern Italian classic. It's traditionally made with fried eggplant but we're using zucchini here for a lighter taste. All the classic flavours remain for a delectable riff on a classic.
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/Â serving 2 people
/Â serving 2 people
454 g
Zucchini
1 can
Diced Tomatoes
â…“ cup
Basil Pesto
(ContainsMilk/Lait, Soy/Soja)1 tsp
Dried Oregano
¼ cup
Parmesan Cheese, shredded
(ContainsMilk/Lait)125 g
Fresh Mozzarella
(ContainsMilk/Lait)2 unit
Ciabatta Roll
(ContainsWheat/Blé)10 g
Garlic
113 g
Grape Tomatoes
1 tbsp
Balsamic Vinegar
(ContainsSulphites/Sulfite)â…“ cup
Panko Breadcrumbs
(ContainsWheat/Blé)1 tbsp
Italian Seasoning
Not included in your delivery
Salt and Pepper*
Oil*
Preheat your oven to 425°F (to bake the parmigiana and toast the ciabatta buns). Start prepping when your oven comes up to temperature!
Wash and dry all produce.* Halve the tomatoes. Mince or grate the garlic. Slice the zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thin strips. Slice the mozzarella ball into 1/4-inch thick slices. Gently pat the mozzarella slices dry with paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan and panko. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add a few zucchini slices to the dry pan. Cook until softened and golden-brown, 2-3 min per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices. (NOTE: Don't overcrowd the pan. This will stew the zucchini slices rather than brown them nicely.)
In another small bowl, stir together the diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning. In an 8x8-inch baking dish, spoon over 1/3 cup diced tomatoes. Layer over half the zucchini slices and 1/3 portion of the mozzarella.
Repeat with the remaining diced tomato mixture, remaining zucchini and 1/3 portion of the mozzarella. Dollop with half the pesto. (NOTE: We'll use the rest later in the salad!) Sprinkle over the panko mixture. Bake the zucchini parmigiana on the top shelf of the oven, until warmed through and the panko mixture is golden-brown, 12-15 min.
Meanwhile, in another small bowl, stir togther the garlic, dried oregano and 1 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cut each ciabatta bun in half and brush the cut-side with the garlic oil. Arrange on baking sheet cut-side up and toast in the centre of the oven until lightly golden-brown, 5-6 min. (TIP: Keep an eye on your ciabatta so that it does not burn!)
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, toss together tomatoes, remaining pesto, 1 tbsp vinegar and 1 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the zucchini parmigiana between plates. Serve with garlic ciabatta and tomato salad.