Serves: 4
Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 40 minutesEasy roasted zucchinis are the perfect snack or a great accompaniment to dinner. This quick to prepare recipe is the perfect way to help boost your vegetable intake to meet those 5 serves a day.
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2 medium zucchinis, topped and tailed, cut in half lengthwise |
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Olive oil spray |
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Cracked pepper, to season |
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Haloumi cheese, grated |
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Cherry tomatoes, quartered (~12 medium) |
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Paprika, to serve |
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Fresh basil leaves, to serve |
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Lemon juice, to serve |
Preheat oven to 240°C/460°F, line a baking tray with cooking parchment and lightly spray with olive oil.
Lay the zucchini sections (cut side up) in a single layer. Lightly spray with olive oil and season with pepper. Roast for 25-35 minutes or until they are deeply golden. Carefully top each half with grated cheese, stud tomatoes on the top at even lengths, sprinkle with paprika (if using) and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.
Place fresh basil on top and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately as a side dish with some grilled, lean protein (e.g. chicken or fish).
| Nutrition Information (per serve) | |
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| Energy | 663 Kj / 158 cal |
| Protein | 9.20g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.30g |
| Sugar | 3.00g |
| Total Fat | 11.40g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.90g |
| Fibre | 2.00g |
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