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Hasselback Zucchini with Lemon, Basil, and Feta

Hasselback zucchini squash drizzled in evoo and topped with lemon, basil and creamy feta cheese. This quick and easy foil-baked side dish is sure to impress!

Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
43 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 47 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 large zucchini squash
  • 2-4 TBSP feta cheese (finely crumbled)
  • 1-2 TBSP fresh chopped basil
  • ⅛ tsp garlic powder
  • ⅛ tsp paprika
  • ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1-2 tsp lemon juice
  • olive oil to taste
  • salt to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F, or start up your grill! You can oven-bake them or toss them on the grill [foil-pouch style, of course!] along with some burgers or brats. I had a small child wrapped around my ankle so I baked.
  2. Wash and slice you zucchini, skin on, into thin slices, but not all the way through
  3. Help guide the process by lining up a chopstick on either side of the squash and cutting until you hit the stick. Resist the urge to play the zucchini accordion-style when you're done. I, um... broke my first one in half. Oops
  4. Next grab your feta. You can leave it crumbled for texture or add it to a blender or food processor with a little bit of cream cheese or yogurt to make a creamy, cheesy spread. Both are delicious options; try one of each if you have extra squash handy.
  5. Mix together feta, chopped basil, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Set aside.
  7. Lay your zucchini on a large sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then smash as much of your feta mixture in between the zucchini rounds as you can.
  8. Add a little extra on top and close your foil pouch.
  9. Bake for 35 minutes for an al-dente zuke or 45-60 minutes for tender zucchini.

Notes

  • The recipe makes yields one large zucchini's worth of hasselback goodness. Feel free to double, triple, or quadruple as needed!
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 47kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 192mg (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 250IU (5%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 84mg (8%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 47

% Daily Value*

Calories 47kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 192mg 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 250IU 5%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 84mg 8%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.