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Spanish Garlic Zucchini

Savory Spanish Garlic Zucchini: A Quick and Healthy Delight

Spanish Garlic Zucchini is a quick and healthy dish, transforming zucchini with garlic and parsley into a crispy Mediterranean delight.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 1-2 large Zucchini provides great texture
  • to taste Sea Salt helps to draw out moisture and enhances flavor
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 6 cloves Garlic fresh is preferred over powder
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil a quality oil is essential for richness
  • a handful Fresh Parsley chopped; swap with cilantro for a different twist
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Parmesan or Manchego Cheese optional, adds creamy umami
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly cracked enhances flavor

Equipment

  • skillet
  • colander
  • Paper towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing 1-2 large zucchinis into ½ inch rounds. Place the rounds in a colander, sprinkle them generously with sea salt, and let them sit for about 30 minutes.
  2. While the zucchini rests, heat a splash of extra virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Crush 6 garlic cloves and finely chop a handful of fresh parsley. Add the garlic and parsley to the pan, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Once the zucchini has rested, rinse off the salt under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Arrange the zucchini rounds in a single layer, cooking for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
  4. Transfer the crispy zucchini to a serving plate. Drizzle generously with the prepared garlic sauce and sprinkle with optional cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the pan is hot enough before adding zucchini to avoid sogginess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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