PAN-ROASTED ZUCCHINI WITH CILANTRO-MINT GREMOLATA

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Pan-Roasted Zucchini With Cilantro-Mint Gremolata image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     quick, weekday, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slender zucchini, halved lengthwise
Coarse salt to taste
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons chopped mint leaves
1/2 clove garlic, finely chopped
Finely chopped zest of 1 lemon
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling, if desired

Steps:

  • Put zucchini, cut sides up, on a plate and sprinkle lightly with salt. Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Put cilantro in a small bowl with mint, garlic, lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss with fingertips to evenly disperse; set aside.
  • Pour olive oil in a sauté pan large enough to hold zucchini in a single layer. Pat zucchini dry with paper towels and season lightly with pepper. Heat oil over medium-low. Add zucchini to pan, cut sides down, and cook until they are slightly soft but still hold their shape, as little as 5 minutes, adjusting heat if necessary to maintain a light golden color.
  • Arrange zucchini on serving plate, browned sides up. Serve warm or at room temperature. Just before serving toss bread crumbs with cilantro-mint mixture and scatter over zucchini. Drizzle with additional extra virgin olive oil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 99, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 510 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

RayEarth Sibling - My kindergarten life
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Meh.


Shahzad Akram
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This dish was a lot of work for not a lot of payoff.


Lanay May
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I followed the recipe exactly and my zucchini was still undercooked.


Asfandyar Khan
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste.


Relena Stewart
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Not a fan of the gremolata. I think it overpowered the flavor of the zucchini.


M ali_khan110
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My zucchini turned out a little mushy, but the flavors were still great.


Dipto Rudro
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The zucchini is always cooked perfectly and the gremolata is a great addition.


Nwogu Uche
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the pop of color from the cilantro and mint.


Joy Day
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook zucchini, and this recipe definitely delivered. The gremolata was the perfect finishing touch.


Naqaab Posh
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I made this for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Gift Tee-Kamara
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Loved the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to let the natural flavor of zucchini shine through.


William Vazquez
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I'm not usually a fan of zucchini, but this recipe changed my mind. The gremolata really made the dish.


Udass larka
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This was a great way to use up some extra zucchini. The flavors were all very bright and summery.


Luke McSweeney
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Easy and flavorful! I used a little less oil than the recipe called for and it was still plenty.


Marisol Santiago
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Followed the recipe and the zucchini turned out great! Loved the crispy texture and the gremolata added a nice touch of freshness.


Mariah Bauman
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This zucchini dish was a hit! The combination of flavors from the cilantro, mint, and lemon was perfect, and the zucchini was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.