Marinated Zucchini Cubes
Brighten up your next meal with these flavor-packed Marinated Zucchini Cubes! This no-cook recipe transforms simple, fresh zucchini into a tangy, herb-infused dish with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Tossed in a zesty marinade of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, fresh parsley, and basil, these zucchini cubes absorb aromatic, citrusy goodness with a subtle kick from red pepper flakes. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep (plus marination time), they’re a versatile addition to your table—perfect served as a refreshing side dish, a bold salad topper, or a light appetizer. Best of all, this dish is served chilled or at room temperature, making it an easy make-ahead recipe for everything from weeknight dinners to summer gatherings. Try this no-fuss, nutrient-rich recipe today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and cut off both ends.
Dice the zucchini into 1-inch cubes, ensuring uniform sizes for even marination.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and basil leaves for a burst of aromatic flavor.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Add the zucchini cubes to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly with the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the zucchini and marinade into an airtight container.
Let the zucchini marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for a more intense flavor.
Before serving, give the zucchini a quick toss to redistribute the marinade.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish, salad addition, or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4915 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1017 mg | 22% | |
*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.
