Roasted Zucchini with Whipped Ricotta Is the Most Delicious Way to Eat Your Vegetables

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This roasted zucchini with whipped ricotta and fresh herbs features a delightful blend of creamy, savory and herbaceous flavors with a hint of roasted sweetness. It's the perfect way to enjoy zucchini this summer! Whipping ricotta cheese lightens the texture. If you don’t have an electric mixer, you can whisk it vigorously by hand.

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Carolyn Casner
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Updated on July 25, 2024
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EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Active Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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Roasted Zucchini with Whipped Ricotta ingredients

Ali Redmond

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini, trimmed, halved and sliced 1/2-inch-thick

  • 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta

  • 3 tablespoons chopped soft herbs such as dill, basil, parsley and/or mint

  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Directions

  1. Place a large rimmed baking sheet on the middle oven rack. Preheat to 450°F.

  2. Toss zucchini with 2 teaspoons oil in a medium bowl. Carefully arrange the zucchini on the preheated baking sheet in a single layer (set the bowl aside for Step 4). Roast until beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.

    Roasted Zucchini with Whipped Ricotta on a plate

    Ali Redmond

  3. Meanwhile, place ricotta in a separate medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.

    Whipped Ricotta in a bowl

    Ali Redmond

  4. When the zucchini has finished roasting, return it to the empty bowl. Add herbs, lemon zest, salt, pepper and the remaining 2 teaspoons oil; stir gently until combined.

    Zucchini and herbs in a bowl

    Ali Redmond

  5. Divide the whipped ricotta among 4 small plates; top with the zucchini mixture. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

    Roasted Zucchini with Whipped Ricotta on a plate

    Ali Redmond

EatingWell.com, June 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

98 Calories
7g Fat
4g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1/2 cup zucchini & 2 Tbsp. ricotta
Calories 98
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 9%
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Vitamin A 94µg
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 1mg 5%
Folate 33µg
Vitamin K 16µg
Sodium 166mg 7%
Calcium 107mg 8%
Iron 1mg 3%
Magnesium 25mg 6%
Potassium 311mg 7%
Zinc 1mg 7%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

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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