Neapolitan Zucchini Slices (Calabapizza)

Name: Neapolitan Zucchini Slices (Calabapizza)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1 large zucchini; Crushed tomatoes; Lactose-free cheese; 1 small piece of goat cheese; A few cherry tomatoes; Fresh basil; Mandoline; Silicone pastry brush

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These Neapolitan-style zucchini slices are an easy way to enjoy veggies with all the pizza flavor we crave. I top them with crushed tomatoes, lactose-free cheese, a bit of goat cheese, and cherry tomatoes. Fresh out of the oven, I finish with fresh basil—this is how I make this zucchini pizza for two to share.

To slice the zucchini, I use a mandoline, which gives you even slices and ensures uniform baking. The trick is spreading the tomato without soaking the base and scattering the cheeses evenly. With 15 minutes of prep and 20 in the oven, it's a fuss-free dinner option packed with vegetables.

If you love that pizza flavor, I recommend trying my Zucchini Pizza with Vegetables and my Zucchini Pizza with Cheese and Onion.

Prep: 15 minCook: 20 minServes: 2

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need for this recipe

1 large zucchini
Crushed tomatoes
Lactose-free cheese
1 small piece of goat cheese
A few cherry tomatoes
Fresh basil

Equipment

Mandoline
Silicone pastry brush

Step by step

Method

1Preheat the oven to 250ºC.
2Line the oven rack with a sheet of baking paper.
3Wash the zucchini thoroughly and slice it lengthwise using a mandoline.
4Place the zucchini slices on the baking paper lined rack and start layering the toppings.
5Brush the crushed tomatoes over each slice using a silicone pastry brush.
6Next, add the cheese, the sliced cherry tomatoes, and the pieces of goat cheese.
7Place the rack at the bottom of the oven and bake until the juices released by the zucchini have reduced.
8At that point, remove from the oven and let rest so the cheese firms up slightly.
9Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
10All done! Our Neapolitan Zucchini Slices are ready to serve.

Frequently asked questions

How do you slice zucchini with a mandoline?

Wash the zucchini, trim the ends, and slide it lengthwise over the mandoline for even slices. Always use the hand guard, and stop before getting dangerously close to the blade.

Can I swap the cheeses to make it completely lactose-free?

Yes, just use cheeses clearly labeled lactose-free. Goat cheese isn't necessarily lactose-free, so check the label or swap it for a certified option.

How should I store baked zucchini slices?

Store them in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours of baking, and consume within 2-3 days. To reheat, I prefer using the oven: zucchini tends to release water, and the oven keeps them from getting soggy compared to the microwave.