CRISPY BAKED ZUCCHINI W/ MARINARA SAUCE

Crispy Baked Zucchini w/ Marinara Sauce image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S @DailyInspiration

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound(s) zucchini, washed & unpeeled - cut on the diagonal
3 tablespoon(s) plain yogurt
1/3 cup(s) ritz cracker crumbs
1/3 cup(s) parmesan cheese, grated
MARINARA SAUCE
1 can(s) 16-oz. can stewed tomatoes, undrained and chopped
3 tablespoon(s) tomato paste
1 small onion, minced
2 clove(s) garlic, minced or pressed
1 teaspoon(s) olive oil
1 teaspoon(s) sugar
1/2 teaspoon(s) italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon(s) dried basil flakes
pinch of cayenne
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

Spread each slice of zucchini with a thin layer of yogurt. Mix crumbs and parmesan together and sprinkle on both sides of zucchini.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place zucchini on parchment paper and bake until golden brown - approx. 20 min.
Carefully flip zucchini and brown on the other side. Remove and place on a platter along with marinara sauce.
For Marinara Sauce -- add all ingredients and mix well - cover and simmer for approx. 30 minutes or until sauce is thickened.