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Parmesan Baked Zucchini

Ingredients:

4 zucchini, quartered lengthwise
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine Parmesan, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Place zucchini onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan mixture. Place into oven and bake until tender, about 15 minutes. Then broil for 2-3 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown.
4. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.