Skip To Content

Mediterranean Seared Zucchini

40 min
25 min prep
15 min cook

Serves 6

Unsaved Mediterranean Seared Zucchini

Ingredients

  • 3 Zucchini, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp Grapeseed oil
  • 5.3 oz Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup Crumbled feta, plus 1 Tbsp., divided use
  • 1 Lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 clove Fresh garlic
  • 2 tbsp Fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup Dry roasted and salted pistachio, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
  2. Take each zucchini slice and score the flesh side in a cross-hatch pattern. Place on a baking rack, flesh-side up. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and set aside for 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, place a cast iron pan over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Once pan is hot, add oil and tilt pan to evenly distribute.
  4. Wipe excess moisture from zucchini with a paper towel and place flesh-side down in hot skillet. Sear until browned, about 4 minutes.
  5. Turn heat down to medium and continue cooking for 3 minutes. Flip zucchini, place in oven, and bake for 5 minutes.
  6. While zucchini is cooking, add yogurt, 1/3 cup of feta, lemon juice, garlic, and mint to a blender. Blend until smooth.
  7. Remove zucchini from oven and place on a serving platter. Garnish with lemon zest, remaining feta, and pistachios. Serve with yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

6gCarbs
9gFat
6gProtein

Nutrition Facts

6 servings

  • Amount Per Serving
    Calories130
  • % Daily Value*
  • Total Fat
    • 9g
    • 14%
  • Saturated Fat
    • 2g
    • 10%
  • Trans Fat
    • 0g
  • Cholesterol
    • 10mg
    • 3%
  • Sodium
    • 440mg
    • 18%
  • Total Carbohydrate
    • 6g
    • 2%
  • Dietary Fiber
    • 2g
  • Sugars
    • 4g
  • Protein
    • 6g
  • Vitamin C
    • 35%
  • Calcium
    • 10%
  • Iron
    • 4%
  • Vitamin A
    • 6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Disclaimer

This information is provided for educational purposes only, and the values are estimates.

We make no representations or warranties regarding dietary or lifestyle attributes, allergen contamination, nutrition information, ingredient information, claims, or the products purchased for the recipes.

Products in your order may be substituted. Adding optional ingredients, substituting products, or manufacturer product formulation changes could alter the nutritional or ingredient content of this recipe. Check each product’s label for nutrition and ingredient information, and contact the manufacturer with product related questions.

Consult a healthcare provider for nutritional guidance specific to your needs.

Since cooking times can vary, ensure that all recipe ingredients are cooked to a safe internal temperature according to USDA guidelines.