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Roasted Zucchini with Lemon and Herbs
This delightful Roasted Zucchini with Lemon and Herbs recipe brings out the best in simple, fresh produce, honoring the Mediterranean tradition of celebrating plant-based ingredients. Roasting enhances the natural sweetness of zucchini, while lemon and oregano add a bright, aromatic touch. It's a wholesome, nutrient-rich dish perfect for any meal.
35 min4 servingsmediterraneanmain course
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vegetarian
lacto-vegetarian
ovo-vegetarian
vegan
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons oregano
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2Wash the zucchini and cut into half-inch slices.
- 3In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- 4Add the zucchini slices to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- 5Spread the zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and slightly golden.
- 7Finely chop the fresh oregano and parsley.
- 8Once roasted, remove the zucchini from the oven and sprinkle with the fresh herbs.
- 9Serve immediately, garnishing with extra lemon wedges if desired.
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