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Roasted Zucchini

Savor Every Bite of Easy Roasted Zucchini Tonight

Enjoy this easy roasted zucchini recipe, where this often-overlooked vegetable shines with incredible flavor and nutrition.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 3 medium Zucchini sliced into rounds or half-moons
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for even roasting
Optional Flavor Boosters
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional, for a smoky note
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional, for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Herbs optional, for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, for heat

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Wash and dry the zucchini, then slice into rounds or half-moons, about half an inch thick. Toss the zucchini slices with olive oil in a mixing bowl.
  3. Spread the zucchini slices in a single layer on the baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
  4. Sprinkle the zucchini with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings you desire.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, checking for tenderness at 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm as a delightful side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the zucchini is sliced evenly and avoid overcrowding the pan while roasting.

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