Roasted Mexican Zucchini
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Roasted Mexican Zucchini
Description
Roasted Mexican Zucchini combines diced zucchini tossed with olive oil and a blend of chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper for a subtle heat. Baking at a high temperature caramelizes the zucchini's edges while keeping the interior tender. After roasting, the dish is brightened with fresh lime juice and topped with crumbly cotija cheese and chopped cilantro, adding a creamy, salty contrast and herbal freshness.
This vegetable side delivers spice and brightness suitable alongside meats or beans in Mexican cuisine or paired with rice dishes. The roasting method enhances zucchini's natural sweetness and texture, making it more substantial than steamed or sautéed versions.
The recipe allows for variations by adding other vegetables like corn or chickpeas during roasting. To prepare a vegan version, omit the cotija cheese or use a vegan alternative.
Ingredients
- 3-4 zucchini diced, medium
- 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
- lime juice of 1
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 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.
- Spread evenly on baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, or until zucchini is browned.
- Serve sprinkled with lime juice, cotija cheese, and chopped fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables such as corn or chickpeas to roast alongside the zucchini for a mixed vegetable dish.
- To make the dish vegan, omit cotija cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- The nutrition information does not include added salt or optional ingredients; adjust seasonings to taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164 kcal
% 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.
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Overall Rating
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