Store-bought pesto is a great shortcut.

Opt for refrigerated prepared pesto for the freshest flavor.

Got a bumper crop of zucchini?

ingredients for Zucchini Bites with Pesto & Burrata

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One taste of thisZucchini with Pesto & Burrataand youll be well on your way to solving that problem!

Plus, the healthy vegetable is low in carbohydrates and calories.

This recipe takes only 20 minutes from start to finish and is easy to customize to suit your taste.

zucchini rounds on a baking sheet with paper towel partially covering them

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Discover our expert tips and tricks below for the go-to appetizer youll love making time and time again.

Arrange zucchini rounds on a paper-towel-lined plate; pat dry and let stand on the paper towels.

Combine oil, garlic powder, pepper, crushed red pepper and salt in a large bowl.

zucchini rounds in seasoning in a bowl

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Add the zucchini; toss to coat.

Arrange the rounds in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet.

Tear burrata into pieces.

golden brown zucchini rounds on a baking sheet

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Garnish with basil and crushed red pepper, if desired.

Zucchini is a low-calorie, low-carb food that offers fiber along with plenty of vitamins and minerals.

No, you do not need to peel zucchini.

Zucchini Bites with Pesto & Burrata on a small plate

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Rinse your zucchini under cool water before you slice it and youre good to go.