Best Baked Zucchini with Garlic and Lemon Recipe
Enjoy a delightful side dish with this recipe for the Best Baked Zucchini with Garlic and Lemon. Tender zucchini halves are infused with the flavors of garlic, olive oil, and a zesty squeeze of lemon, creating a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Total Time: 40-50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini:
- 3 medium zucchinis, ends removed and cut in half lengthwise
Garlic:
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Other:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh squeeze of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice the zucchinis in half lengthwise, then cut the flesh in a crisscross pattern.
- Arrange Zucchini: Arrange the zucchini halves (cut side up) on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Season Zucchini: Season the zucchini with salt and pepper, then scatter the garlic slices evenly over them.
- Drizzle with Oil: Drizzle the olive oil over the zucchini and squeeze a little fresh lemon juice on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and lightly browned. Serve the zucchini whole and allow guests to cut into them as desired.
Notes
- Feel free to sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the zucchini before baking for an extra flavor boost.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or as a side to pasta dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 zucchini half
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Baked Zucchini, Garlic, Lemon, Side Dish, Vegetarian, Healthy
