ZUCCHINI PIZZA BITES

Ingredients

Makes three servings

Per serving

1-ounce protein

3 vegetables

1 fat

1/3 condiment

3 large zucchini, sliced into 1/4" rounds - total weight 1 1/2 pounds

1 Tbs Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

1/4 c. low carbohydrate (5 grams or less per 1/2 cup) marinara or pizza sauce

1 1/2 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella

1 1/2 ounces mini turkey pepperoni

Dried oregano, for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place sliced zucchini on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Bake until slightly tender, 5 minutes.

2. Spoon a thin layer of sauce over each slice, then top with mozzarella and mini pepperoni. Sprinkle with dried oregano and bake until zucchini is tender and cheese is melted, 10 minutes more.