Roast Zucchini Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
3%
Roast Zucchini Salsa
50 min.
8
81kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a vibrant and delicious Roast Zucchini Salsa? This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy choice for any gathering. Perfectly suited for vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten or dairy sensitivities, this salsa is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.

Imagine the rich, smoky flavor of roasted zucchini combined with the fresh zest of lime and the kick of jalapeno, all brought together with the nutty crunch of toasted pepitas. This salsa is a celebration of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Whether served as an antipasti, a starter, or a snack, it’s sure to be a hit at any occasion.

With just 50 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a batch that serves eight people, making it an ideal choice for parties or family gatherings. At only 81 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a dish that is both nutritious and satisfying. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to enjoy a fresh and flavorful salsa that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • handful cilantro leaves coarsely chopped
  • cloves garlic 
  •  jalapeño coarsely chopped
  • 0.5  juice of lime 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup pepitas toasted
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • medium zucchini halved lengthwise

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Brush the zucchini in oil, place it on a baking sheet with the cut side up and roast on the top shelf in a preheated 450F oven until tender, about 45 minutes.Puree everything in a food processor.

Nutrition Facts

Calories81kcal
Protein6%
Fat83.33%
Carbs10.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.88
Glycemic Load
0.26
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.7213043000387%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.17mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:81.39kcal
4.07%
Fat:7.9g
12.16%
Saturated Fat:1.15g
7.18%
Carbohydrates:2.28g
0.76%
Net Carbohydrates:1.58g
0.57%
Sugar:1.37g
1.52%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:198.43mg
8.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.28g
2.56%
Vitamin C:11.82mg
14.32%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.74%
Vitamin K:8.21µg
7.82%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.7%
Magnesium:21.4mg
5.35%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.04%
Phosphorus:45.38mg
4.54%
Potassium:156.32mg
4.47%
Folate:13.91µg
3.48%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.07%
Vitamin A:151.93IU
3.04%
Copper:0.06mg
2.88%
Fiber:0.7g
2.79%
Iron:0.42mg
2.36%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.19%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.03%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.78%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.3%
Calcium:11.11mg
1.11%