Low Fat Perfectly Roasted Zucchini
Elevate your veggie game with this irresistible recipe for Low Fat Perfectly Roasted Zucchini! Packed with flavor yet light on calories, this versatile dish features tender zucchini rounds infused with a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. Roasted to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, these zucchini slices are crisp along the edges and melt-in-your-mouth tender at the center. Prepped in only 10 minutes, this healthy side dish is as easy as it is delicious—ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Whether served warm alongside your favorite protein or enjoyed solo as a guilt-free snack, this recipe is sure to become a go-to. Get ready to turn simple ingredients into a flavorful, low-fat masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Wash and dry the zucchinis. Trim off the ends and slice them into even-sized rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick, to ensure even cooking.
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Add garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until well combined to create your seasoning mixture.
Add the sliced zucchini to the bowl and toss until each slice is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Spread the zucchini slices out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap for maximum crispiness.
Roast the zucchini in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and golden brown. Halfway through roasting, flip the slices to ensure even cooking.
Once roasted to your desired level of doneness, remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a low-fat side dish to accompany your main meal or enjoy on its own as a healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2115 mg | 45% | |
*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.
