I don’t remember when or why cooking decided to become complicated. What happened to the days of enjoying a lovely piece of fresh organic tomato, with salt and a bit of EVOO, on a good, wholesome slice of homemade bread? This healthy recipe for baked zucchini brings the simple, but good, back into cooking. By creating simple dishes like this baked zucchini, we allow ourselves to become more connected with the foods we eat, and simply eating less complicated dishes is the first step to better understanding what we are putting into our bodies.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Healthy Lemon Herb Baked Zucchini Recipe

• Simple and Quick: This recipe brings simplicity back to cooking, requiring just a few fresh ingredients and minimal prep time.
• Versatile: This baked zucchini goes well with so many dishes and can be enjoyed year-round, especially during squash season.
• Nutrient-rich: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this baked zucchini dish helps support everything from heart health to digestion.

🍲 Ingredients

Zucchini: This versatile vegetable contains zero fat and is super high in water and fiber. It’s packed with Vitamin B6, Riboflavin, Folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and minerals like potassium and manganese. Zucchini helps improve digestion, slow aging, lower blood sugar levels, support a healthy heart, improve eye health, boost energy, help aid in healthy weight loss, and improve thyroid functions.

Fresh Thyme: This aromatic herb adds a delicate, earthy flavor that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the zucchini while adding additional nutritional benefits.

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👩‍🍳 How to Make Healthy Lemon Herb Baked Zucchini

1. Preheat the oven to 425F
2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, and coat with some olive oil.
3. Into a bowl, add all your ingredients. Stir till well combined and evenly coated.
4. Bake in the oven for around 15-20 minutes. Enjoy as a side dish. It is great for meal prep!

🗒 Tips and Tricks

• Even Slicing: Use a food processor to ensure uniform zucchini slicing for even cooking.
• Perfect Coating: Stir ingredients well in the bowl to ensure the zucchini is evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
• Meal Prep: This dish is great for meal prep and can be easily reheated throughout the week.

🗒 Variations

Here are a few simple ways to customize your baked zucchini:

• Add different fresh herbs like rosemary or oregano
• Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving
• Add other vegetables like summer squash or tomatoes

🗒 Best served with

• Zucchini & Butternut Squash Casserole
• Plant-Based Greek Moussaka

👝 How to Store Leftovers

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

🤔 Common Questions

Healthy Lemon Herb Baked Zucchini

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Transform simple zucchini into a delicious baked side dish that's packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This easy baked zucchini recipe brings simplicity back to cooking with just a few fresh ingredients and 20 minutes of oven time.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine Vegan

Servings 3 -4

Ingredients

  

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• 3 large courgettes sliced in a food processor
• 1 large clove garlic pressed or thinly sliced
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. fresh ground pepper
• Juice of 1/2 – 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme

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Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 425F
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper, and coat with some olive oil.
• Into a bowl add all your ingredients.  Stir till well combined and evenly coated.
• Bake in the oven for around 15-20 minutes. Enjoy as a side dish.  It is great for meal prep!

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