Description
Tender, lightly caramelized zucchini rounds roasted to golden perfection with garlic and onion powder, fragrant Italian herbs, and finished with fresh parsley — a simple and healthy side dish.
Ingredients
4 medium zucchini, sliced into ¼‑inch rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 °F (220 °C).
- Wash and slice zucchini into ¼‑inch rounds.
- In a large bowl, toss zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herbs (if using), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned zucchini in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
- Remove from oven, transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Use red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
- Lemon zest adds a bright finish after roasting.
- To avoid sogginess, don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
