Garlic-Parmesan Hasselback Zucchini

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Using the hasselback technique--cutting partially into a whole fruit or vegetable every 1/2 inch or so--gives you an easy way to sneak lots of flavor into this healthy zucchini recipe. To bake the zucchini instead of grilling, place in a foil-lined 8-inch-square baking pan and bake at 425°F until tender, 25 to 30 minutes.

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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD
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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

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Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • 4 small zucchini (about 1 pound total)

  • ⅓ cup shaved Parmesan cheese, large pieces broken in half

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high.

  2. Combine oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl.

  3. Make crosswise cuts every 1/2 inch along each zucchini, slicing almost to the bottom but not all the way through. Gently fan the zucchini to open the cuts wider and place a small piece of Parmesan into each cut. Brush the oil mixture over the top.

  4. Place the zucchini on a double layer of foil and grill, without turning, until browned and tender, 16 to 18 minutes.

    Garlic-Parmesan Hasselback Zucchini
Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

75 Calories
5g Fat
4g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 zucchini
Calories 75
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 4g 7%
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Vitamin A 285IU 6%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Folate 29mcg 7%
Sodium 245mg 11%
Calcium 88mg 7%
Iron 1mg 3%
Magnesium 25mg 6%
Potassium 319mg 7%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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