Freckled Zucchini with Lemon-Dill Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Freckled Zucchini with Lemon-Dill Cream
45 min.
4
69kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that elevates your meal without complicating the cooking process? Look no further than our Freckled Zucchini with Lemon-Dill Cream. This vibrant vegetarian recipe not only bursts with flavors but also caters to those with gluten sensitivities, making it a versatile addition to any dining table.

Imagine tender zucchini slices, beautifully seared to a golden brown in a hot skillet, bringing a satisfying texture that perfectly complements the creamy and refreshing yogurt-based sauce. The zing of lemon juice and the aromatic freshness of dill add a tantalizing touch, transforming simple vegetables into a gourmet experience that your guests will rave about. Plus, with only 69 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

This 45-minute recipe allows you to bring a taste of summer to your kitchen year-round, whether it's a casual weeknight dinner or a special celebration. It’s an excellent choice not only for the health-conscious but also for those wanting to infuse their meals with fresh, wholesome ingredients. So gather your zucchini, and let’s create a dish that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons yogurt plain fat-free
  • 1.5 teaspoons optional: dill fresh chopped
  • teaspoon juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream sour low-fat
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vegetable oil divided
  • medium zucchini cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices ( 1 1/2 pounds)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat.
  3. Add half of zucchini slices; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned.
  4. Remove zucchini from skillet; keep warm. Repeat procedure with 1/2 teaspoon oil and remaining zucchini slices.
  5. Serve with yogurt mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories69kcal
Protein23%
Fat29.39%
Carbs47.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.5
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.7613043299188%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.06mg
Hesperetin
0.18mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.52kcal
3.43%
Fat:2.45g
3.76%
Saturated Fat:0.77g
4.8%
Carbohydrates:8.91g
2.97%
Net Carbohydrates:6.95g
2.53%
Sugar:7.25g
8.05%
Cholesterol:2.7mg
0.9%
Sodium:116.47mg
5.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.31g
8.61%
Vitamin C:35.92mg
43.54%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.46%
Potassium:602.36mg
17.21%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.86%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.41%
Folate:51.61µg
12.9%
Phosphorus:125.96mg
12.6%
Magnesium:41.68mg
10.42%
Vitamin K:10.59µg
10.08%
Calcium:99.72mg
9.97%
Vitamin A:416.75IU
8.33%
Fiber:1.96g
7.86%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.02%
Zinc:0.95mg
6.33%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.94%
Copper:0.11mg
5.48%
Vitamin B3:0.93mg
4.64%
Iron:0.76mg
4.23%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.47%
Selenium:1.66µg
2.37%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.31%
Source:My Recipes