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How To Steam Zucchini In Microwave
Delicious perfectly cooked microwave zucchini. Steam zucchini in the microwave with my easy, cheesy, speedy, Mediterranean inspired recipe.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 112 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
International
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini/courgette
- 35 g Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Tsp basil
- 1 Tsp parsley
- 1 Tsp Dill
- 2 Tsp oregano
- 1 Tsp garlic powder
- salt & pepper
Kitchen Gadgets
- Microwave
- Microwave Steamer Bowl
Instructions
- Place one tablespoon of water in the bottom of your steamer basket.
- Using a vegetable knife slice the zucchini into medium slices. If it needs it, give your zucchini a wash with your colander. Then add to the steamer basket.
- Add your seasonings reserving half of the oregano for later and mix with your hands for an even coating.
- Place the lid on the steamer and then place in the microwave.
- Microwave for 4 minutes. Shake and then microwave for a further 2 minutes.
- Remove the lid, allow the steam to release, and do a fork test to make sure the zucchini is fork tender.
- Then transfer to a serving dish that will fit in your microwave. Sprinkle with the last of the oregano and cover with grated parmesan cheese. Microwave for 2 further minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Steam – Note there is a lot of steam, so allow the steam to go before pouring into a dish. Also make sure the lid is secure on the steamer basket as my daughter noticed mine was not on tight and adjusted it for me.
- Thanks for reading how to steam zucchini in microwave on Recipe This. We have many more microwave recipes for you to check out next. Though if you would like more delicious ideas to serve with your steamed zucchini, do check out our air fryer breaded pork chops.
Nutrition Information
Calories
112kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
12mg
(4%)
Sodium
297mg
(12%)
Potassium
572mg
(16%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
573IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
35mg
(39%)
Calcium
272mg
(27%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 112
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 112kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 297mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 572mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 573IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 272mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.