Zucchini with Green Peppercorns Lemon and Parmesan

Elevate your vegetable game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Zucchini with Green Peppercorns, Lemon, and Parmesan. Perfect as a side dish or light vegetarian main, this dish showcases tender zucchini slices sautéed in fragrant garlic and olive oil, then brightened with the zesty pop of lemon and briny green peppercorns. The magic happens when freshly grated Parmesan is folded in, melting into a velvety coating that ties all the flavors together. Topped with a sprinkle of parsley for freshness, this quick and easy recipe (just 25 minutes from start to finish!) brings bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors to your table. It's a must-try for anyone looking to impress with simple yet sophisticated cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon green peppercorns in brine (drained)
• 1 whole lemon (zested and juiced)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and trim off the ends. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic and olive oil. Spread the zucchini evenly in the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.

Step 5

Stir in the drained green peppercorns, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the zucchini and stir gently until the cheese melts and coats the vegetables.

Step 7

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm as a delightful side dish or a light vegetarian main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1553.0

Total Fat 96.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 189.6mg	0%
Sodium 12601.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 56.1g
Protein 99.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2756.7mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	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: 56.1%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 18.3%