Simple Roasted Zucchini Spears
Follow these easy steps to make tender, slightly caramelized zucchini spears using your oven.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Wash the zucchini and trim off the ends.
- Cut each zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut those quarters into spear shapes, about 3 to 4 inches long.
- Place the zucchini spears in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the spears. Add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss everything together until the zucchini is evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned zucchini spears in a single layer on a baking sheet. Do not overlap them.
- Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping the spears halfway through the cooking time.
- Remove from the oven when the zucchini is tender and the edges show light browning. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For crispier spears, use parchment paper on your baking sheet and roast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 18 minutes.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet; use two sheets if necessary to allow the moisture to escape.
- If you prefer fresh garlic, substitute 1 teaspoon of minced fresh garlic for the garlic powder, but add it during the last 5 minutes of roasting to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0
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