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!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and cut off both ends.

Step 2

Dice the zucchini into 1-inch cubes, ensuring uniform sizes for even marination.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and basil leaves for a burst of aromatic flavor.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Add the zucchini cubes to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly with the marinade.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the zucchini and marinade into an airtight container.

Step 8

Let the zucchini marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for a more intense flavor.

Step 9

Before serving, give the zucchini a quick toss to redistribute the marinade.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish, salad addition, or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	498.4 grams (498.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	521

Total Fat 42.00g	54%
Saturated Fat 5.90g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4915mg	214%
Total Carbohydrate 33.50g	12%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 27.80g
Protein 5.00g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 92mg	7%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1017mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.1%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 25.2%