Roasted Zucchini with Queso Fresco, Cilantro and Lime

Ingredients

  • 3 medium or 4 small zucchini
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder or your favorite
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 ounces queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled or grated
  • 2 Tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1 lime wedge or about 2 teaspoons lime juice

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 425 F on convection mode. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Remove the ends of the zucchini, cut each zucchini in half lengthwise, cut each half lengthwise into half again, then into 1-inch pieces. Place pieces into a bowl and toss with the olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
  3. Transfer seasoned zucchini to the lined baking sheet and spread into a single layer, leaving some space between the pieces so that they roast and don't steam. Place in preheated oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes or until nicely browned on the undersides. Remove from oven and sprinkle with about 3/4 of the cheese and cilantro. Transfer to serving dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese and cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over and serve.

Categories

  • Side Dish
  • Vegetable
  • Gluten Free
  • Quick and Easy
  • Vegetarian
  • MHealthy

Nutrition Information

Serving Size
about 3/4 cup
Serves
4
Calories
153.40
Total Fat (g)
12.60
Saturated Fat (g)
3.90
Sodium (mg)
181.30
Total Carbohydrates (g)
5.70
Dietary Fiber (g)
1.60
Protein (g)
5.70