Roasted Zucchini and Garlic Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Roasted Zucchini and Garlic Spread, a creamy and flavorful dip that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with perfectly caramelized zucchini and sweet roasted garlic, blended to silky perfection with a touch of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and parsley, this spread is bursting with natural, wholesome goodness. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal hands-on prep time, this easy recipe is perfect for entertaining or elevating your everyday snacks. Serve it warm or chilled with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing dish that's naturally vegan and gluten-free. Ready in under an hour, this healthy zucchini spread is your new go-to recipe for bold, earthy flavors and effortless elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 whole bulbs garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the zucchini and trim the ends. Cut them in half lengthwise and then into 1-inch chunks.
Peel away the loose outer layers of garlic bulbs but keep the bulbs intact. Slice the tops off each bulb to expose the cloves.
Place the zucchini chunks and garlic bulbs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the zucchini and garlic. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss the zucchini to coat evenly.
Roast the zucchini and garlic in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, flipping the zucchini halfway through, until they are golden brown and tender.
Remove the tray from the oven and let the zucchini and garlic cool for 5–10 minutes.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a food processor. Add the roasted zucchini, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, remaining salt and black pepper, and parsley.
Blend the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Transfer the spread to a bowl and serve warm or chilled with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7987 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.4 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2059 mg | 44% | |
*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.
