Zesty Zucchini
Transform your weeknight dinner game with 'Zesty Zucchini,' a quick and flavorful recipe that combines tender golden zucchini with the bright tang of lemon, a hint of garlic, and a kick of red chili flakes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant dish is elevated with fresh parsley and the optional indulgence of grated parmesan cheese. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a light main when paired with grains like quinoa or rice, this recipe is a delicious way to make the most of fresh zucchini. With its bold flavors and simple preparation, 'Zesty Zucchini' is sure to become a go-to favorite for anyone seeking easy, nutritious, and zesty meals. Keywords: zucchini recipe, lemon garlic zucchini, healthy side dish, easy weeknight zucchini recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and trim the ends. Slice each zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut into 2-inch pieces.
Mince the garlic finely and chop the parsley. Zest and juice the lemon, keeping them ready for use.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the zucchini to the skillet. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender and slightly golden on the edges.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat all the zucchini pieces evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the zucchini. Toss once more to combine.
If desired, top the zucchini with freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving for an added layer of flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or pair it with rice or quinoa for a simple, nutritious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6918 mg | 301% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1412 mg | 30% | |
*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.
