Vegan Perfectly Roasted Zucchini

Elevate your side dish game with this easy and delicious recipe for Vegan Perfectly Roasted Zucchini. Bursting with flavor, this oven-roasted zucchini features tender slices caramelized to golden perfection, seasoned with a medley of garlic, dried oregano, and thyme. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley take this simple dish to gourmet heights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy, plant-based recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a light, flavorful addition to your next gathering. Serve it as a warm side dish or enjoy it as a snack—either way, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash the zucchini thoroughly under running water and pat dry with a clean towel.

Step 3

Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick rounds and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, adding them to the bowl with the zucchini.

Step 5

Pour the olive oil over the zucchini and garlic and sprinkle with dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Toss the zucchini slices until they are evenly coated with the oil and spice mixture.

Step 7

Spread the zucchini slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 12 minutes. After 12 minutes, use a spatula to flip the zucchini slices.

Step 9

Continue roasting for an additional 8 minutes, or until the zucchini has golden-brown edges and is tender.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and drizzle the roasted zucchini with fresh lemon juice.

Step 11

Mince the fresh parsley and sprinkle it on top of the zucchini for garnish before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(667.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	503.3

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1224.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.3g
Protein 8.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 156.5mg	0%
Iron 3.9mg	0%
Potassium 1683.7mg	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: 75.3%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 18.4%