Chip’s Tips!
Good nutrition supports more than physical health—it can play an important role in our overall mental well-being, too.
MiraVista and TaraVista’s Vice President of Food Services, Chip Edgar, shares this month’s tip for healthy eating, featuring one of August’s most plentiful—and versatile—vegetables: zucchini.
Because caring for our mental health can include the everyday choices we make to nourish our bodies, manage our stress and support our overall well-being.
So much zucchini. So many possibilities. And one more simple way to take care of you!
One more tip: smaller zucchini tend to be more tender and flavorful. Have a big one? Shred it for zucchini bread, muffins, or fritters.
Parmesan Zucchini Bites
Chip’s Tips for Eating Well
Tender zucchini rounds topped with garlic and Parmesan, baked until lightly golden.
Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Slice the zucchini into ¼-inch-thick rounds. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Toss the rounds with olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is lightly browned.
- Serve warm.
Tip: For a more golden topping, broil for the final 1–2 minutes, watching closely.