Whole30 Simple Steamed Zucchini
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this Whole30 Simple Steamed Zucchini recipe! Perfectly tender zucchini slices are lightly steamed to preserve their natural flavor and nutrients, then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a hint of fresh lemon juice for brightness. A sprinkle of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper adds just the right touch of seasoning, making this dish both healthy and delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whole30-compliant and naturally gluten-free, this versatile side pairs beautifully with any protein for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse and dry the zucchinis. Trim the ends and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a large pot, add about 1 inch of water and insert a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, add the sliced zucchini to the steamer basket and cover with a lid.
Steam the zucchini for 5 to 7 minutes, until they are just tender but still have a bit of bite.
Carefully remove the steamer basket from the pot and transfer the steamed zucchini to a large bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the zucchini slices, and sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Toss the zucchini gently to distribute the seasoning evenly. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Serve the steamed zucchini warm as a side dish to complement any Whole30 meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8618 mg | 375% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1724 mg | 37% | |
*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.
