PrintSimple Oven Roasted Zucchini
Enjoy perfectly roasted zucchini with a simple recipe. This dish is a healthy and quick side, ideal for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the zucchini pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Spread the zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and lightly browned.
- If using, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For best results, cut the zucchini into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet; use two if necessary to ensure the zucchini roasts rather than steams.
- You can add other herbs like dried oregano or thyme along with the garlic powder for extra flavor.
- This recipe is a great base for meal planning, fitting into various healthy eating styles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/oven-roasted-zucchini-recipe/