Crock Pot Italian Zucchini
Savor the vibrant flavors of Italy with this easy and healthy Crock Pot Italian Zucchini recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights or vegetarian meal prep, this slow cooker dish features tender zucchini simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce infused with Italian seasoning. With just 10 minutes of prep and a hands-off cooking time, you'll love how effortlessly this nutritious side or light main dish comes together. A sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil provides the perfect finishing touch, while optional red pepper flakes add a gentle kick for those who crave a little heat. Low in carbs, packed with veggies, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this recipe is a must-try addition to your crock pot collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup (grated, optional) Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh basil
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and cut them into half-moon slices about 1/4 inch thick.
In the crock pot, add the olive oil, minced garlic, and crushed tomatoes.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Add the sliced zucchini to the crock pot and stir gently to coat the zucchini with the tomato mixture.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.
Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil for garnish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 345 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
