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Zucchini Dip
Easy and delicious Zucchini Dip prepared in less than 30 minutes. It's refreshing, flavorful, and served perfectly with bread, chips, or crackers for a light and healthy appetizer.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 161 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 5 zucchini
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 2 slices (80g) sourdough
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- 1/2 cup (40g) Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest for garnish
- 1 tablespoon mint leaves for serving
Instructions
- Peel the zucchini and reserve the skin. Cut the zucchini into pieces about 1 inch thick and place them in a steamer basket. Steam for 20 minutes until soft
- Meanwhile, heat a skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini skin and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until the skin is softened.
- Soak the sourdough in cold water for 1 minute, then squeeze out the excess water.Pro tip: The secret to the creamy texture lies in the soaked sourdough. Make sure to squeeze out as much water as possible to prevent the dip from becoming watery after blending.
- Add the zucchini, skin, sourdough, freshly grated Parmesan, parsley, and lemon juice to a food processor. Season with the remaining salt and blend until smooth.
- Add the zucchini, skin, sourdough, freshly grated parmesan, parsley, and lemon juice to a food processor. Season with the remaining salt and blend until smooth.
- Transfer the zucchini dip to a serving platter. Top with additional grated parmesan, lemon zest, and fresh mint leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and enjoy with your favorite bread.
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Notes
- Recipe Source: Gourmet Traveller January 2004
- Use fresh zucchini for the best taste. You may choose green zucchini which has a natural sweetness and mild taste.
- Drain the cooked zucchini and its skin in a colander and sprinkle with salt to remove excess water. It helps in achieving a creamy dip once blended.
- If the dip’s too thick, just add a splash of water or a bit more olive oil to loosen it up. If it’s too thin, mix in a little more sourdough or Parmesan to thicken it up.
- You may also top the dip with an extra touch of fresh herbs to enhance the flavor, such as thyme.
- Enjoy the dip with a spicy kick, sprinkle with chili powder on top when serving.
Nutrition Information
Serving
9people
Calories
161kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
6mg
(2%)
Sodium
664mg
(28%)
Potassium
473mg
(14%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
540IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
32mg
(36%)
Calcium
141mg
(14%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 9people | |
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 664mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 473mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 540IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 141mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.