Roasted Zucchini and Garlic Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Roasted Zucchini and Garlic Spread, a creamy and flavorful dip that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Made with perfectly caramelized zucchini and sweet roasted garlic, blended to silky perfection with a touch of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and parsley, this spread is bursting with natural, wholesome goodness. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal hands-on prep time, this easy recipe is perfect for entertaining or elevating your everyday snacks. Serve it warm or chilled with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing dish that's naturally vegan and gluten-free. Ready in under an hour, this healthy zucchini spread is your new go-to recipe for bold, earthy flavors and effortless elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 2 whole bulbs garlic
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash the zucchini and trim the ends. Cut them in half lengthwise and then into 1-inch chunks.

Step 3

Peel away the loose outer layers of garlic bulbs but keep the bulbs intact. Slice the tops off each bulb to expose the cloves.

Step 4

Place the zucchini chunks and garlic bulbs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the zucchini and garlic. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss the zucchini to coat evenly.

Step 6

Roast the zucchini and garlic in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, flipping the zucchini halfway through, until they are golden brown and tender.

Step 7

Remove the tray from the oven and let the zucchini and garlic cool for 5–10 minutes.

Step 8

Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a food processor. Add the roasted zucchini, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, remaining salt and black pepper, and parsley.

Step 9

Blend the mixture until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Transfer the spread to a bowl and serve warm or chilled with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(837.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	837.8

Total Fat 44.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7986.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 17.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 413.3mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 2058.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 44.5%