Garlicky Zucchini Yogurt
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
108 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Garlicky Zucchini Yogurt
Description
This recipe involves sautéing zucchini with garlic, mint, salt, and pepper in olive oil over medium-high heat until the zucchini becomes soft and translucent. The cooked mixture is allowed to cool slightly before mixing with whole milk yogurt and optionally lemon juice to add brightness. The dish is seasoned again with salt to taste before serving chilled or immediately.
The sautéing process softens the zucchini fibers and infuses the dish with aromatic garlic and mint flavors. The yogurt provides a cool, creamy base that balances the savory sautéed ingredients. This preparation works well as a light accompaniment or a dip. The texture is smooth with small tender zucchini pieces dispersed throughout.
Sea salt is divided between the cooking stage and final seasoning to optimize flavor distribution. The recipe recommends storing leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup zucchini skin on (about one medium zucchini, shredded
- 1 clove garlic or 1/2 tsp garlic powder, minced
- 10 mint finely chopped, or 1/2 tsp dried mint, leaves
- 1 tsp salt divided, sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper coarse
- 1 cup yogurt whole milk
- lemon juice optional, a squeeze
Instructions
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once heated, drizzle in the olive, add the zucchini, garlic, mint, salt, and pepper. Sautee until the zucchini has softened and has become translucent.
- When ready, transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Next, add the yogurt, lemon juice (if using), and the other half of sea salt. Give a generous mix.
- Enjoy right away or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Divide sea salt usage: half during zucchini sauté and half after combining with yogurt for balanced seasoning.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 108 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5cup | |
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 613mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 230IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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