Description
These Roasted Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Spears are a simple and flavorful side dish, perfect for adding a healthy touch to any meal. Zucchini spears are roasted with a fragrant blend of lemon, garlic, and oregano, then topped with Parmesan cheese for a delicious and easy vegetable dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 zucchini, medium-sized, about 1 1/2 pounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then in half widthwise. Line a baking sheet with foil and cooking spray. Lay zucchini on the sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Make Lemon Garlic Mixture: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon peel, garlic, and oregano in a small bowl. Drizzle over zucchini. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Roast: Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. For crisp edges, broil for the last 3 minutes.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and oregano to your preference.
- You can use other herbs like thyme or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 74 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 72mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
