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Roasted Mexican Zucchini

This roasted zucchini is a low-carb side to any Mexican dish- a great alternative to rice and beans! Easy to make and and jam-packed with flavor similar to Mexican street corn.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 164 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 3-4 medium zucchini diced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 4 oz. cotija cheese crumbled
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the diced zucchini, olive oil (2 tablespoons), chili powder (1/2 teaspoon), garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon), cayenne pepper (1/8 teaspoon), and salt/pepper until well coated.
  3. Spread evenly on baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, or until zucchini is browned.
  4. Serve sprinkled with lime juice, cotija cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Other ingredients and veggies, such as corn, chickpeas, summer squash, etc. can be added by roasting with the zucchini.
  • Make it vegan: omit the cotija cheese or substitute with a vegan-friendly alternative.
  • The provided nutrition information does not include any added sodium from seasoning to taste, any optional ingredients, and it does not take brands into account. Feel free to calculate it yourself using this calculator or by adding the recipe to Yummly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 164kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 333mg (14%) Potassium 401mg (11%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 527IU (11%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 163mg (16%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164

% Daily Value*

Calories 164kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 333mg 14%
Potassium 401mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 527IU 11%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 163mg 16%
Iron 1mg 6%

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