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.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and trim the ends. Slice each zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Mince the garlic finely and chop the parsley. Zest and juice the lemon, keeping them ready for use.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the zucchini. Toss once more to combine.

Step 8

If desired, top the zucchini with freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving for an added layer of flavor.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or pair it with rice or quinoa for a simple, nutritious meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	663 grams (663.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	520

Total Fat 32.40g	42%
Saturated Fat 6.40g	32%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Sodium 6918mg	301%
Total Carbohydrate 49.10g	18%
Dietary Fiber 5.80g	21%
Total Sugars 41.40g
Protein 10.40g	21%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 242mg	19%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1413mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.1%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 37.1%