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Roasted Zucchini with Citrus Tahini Yogurt Sauce

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Roasted Zucchini with Citrus Tahini Yogurt Sauce is a flavorful way to turn simple zucchini into an irresistible side dish. Roasted with cumin and paprika until golden and tender, then finished with a creamy tahini yogurt citrus sauce and pine nuts. This Mediterranean-inspired zucchini recipe is perfect for dinner, mezze spreads, summer gatherings, or an easy vegetable side. Save this recipe for your next zucchini dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Bake / Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4

Ingredients
 

ROASTED ZUCCHINI

  • 4 zucchini
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil (To Coat the zucchini)
  • 1/2 Tbsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 Tbsp smoked paprika

CITRUS TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE

  • 5 oz (140 g) Feta cheese
  • 3 oz (85 g) Greek yogurt (@fage)
  • 1 oz (30 g) tahini
  • 4 Garlic Clove
  • 1 lemon zest (From 1 lemon)
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • pepper (Season to Taste)
  • pine nuts (To Serve)
  • parsley flakes (To Serve)

Instructions
 

ROASTED ZUCCHINI PREPARATION

  • Preheat your oven to 400℉ (200℃).
    Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Wash the zucchini under cold water. Discard the ends and cut each zucchini into 4.
    Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, sliced face up.
    4 zucchini
  • In a small bowl, add the olive oil, ground cumin and paprika, Mix until combined.
    2 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 Tbsp Ground Cumin, 1/2 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • Brush the olive oil mixture over the sliced zucchini.
  • Roast - For about 25 minutes at 400℉ (200℃), until tender and lightly golden.

CITRUS TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE PREPARATION

  • In a food processor, combine the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice and pepper. Blend.
    While the processor is running, drizzle the olive oil through the top opening, until whipped to a smooth texture. Set aside until ready to serve.

SERVE!

  • Serve the zucchini right out of the oven. Add pine nuts and parsley flakes with the citrus Tahini yogurt sauce on the side. Enjoy & Bon Appétit!

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Nutrition

Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 425mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 793IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 2mg
Keyword Greek Yogurt, mediterranean cuisine, roasted zucchini, tahini sauce
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