Parmesan Zucchini Spears

Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Parmesan Zucchini Spears
20 min.
2
67kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a quick, delicious, and gluten-free side dish to complement your meal? Look no further! This Parmesan Zucchini Speares recipe is the perfect solution. Not only does it serve two in just 20 minutes, but it's also a low-calorie option at only 67 calories per serving. The combination of tender zucchini, savory Parmesan cheese, and a hint of lemon peel creates a delightful balance of flavors that will enhance any main course. With a focus on simple ingredients and minimal equipment, this recipe is accessible and easy to follow for cooks of all levels. So, grab your frying pan and get ready to enjoy a delicious and healthy side dish that's both satisfying and guilt-free!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • tablespoon parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • pound zucchini 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut in half widthwise. In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir zucchini in oil over medium heat for 4 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle with lemon peel, salt and pepper. Cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
  3. Remove from the heat; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories67kcal
Protein18.69%
Fat41.18%
Carbs40.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
0.73
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.9817391899617%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
1.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.31kcal
3.37%
Fat:3.43g
5.28%
Saturated Fat:0.86g
5.35%
Carbohydrates:7.52g
2.51%
Net Carbohydrates:5.17g
1.88%
Sugar:5.69g
6.33%
Cholesterol:2.17mg
0.73%
Sodium:207.33mg
9.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.5g
7.01%
Vitamin C:41.24mg
49.99%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.99%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.65%
Potassium:599.05mg
17.12%
Folate:54.67µg
13.67%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.08%
Vitamin K:11.2µg
10.67%
Magnesium:41.99mg
10.5%
Phosphorus:102.29mg
10.23%
Vitamin A:476.15IU
9.52%
Fiber:2.35g
9.41%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.88%
Copper:0.12mg
6.17%
Calcium:59.72mg
5.97%
Zinc:0.84mg
5.58%
Vitamin B3:1.03mg
5.14%
Iron:0.88mg
4.88%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.74%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.84%
Selenium:1.34µg
1.91%