Description
Oven Roasted Zucchini Chunks are a quick, healthy, and delicious way to enjoy fresh zucchini. Seasoned with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper, then roasted until golden and crisp-tender, this simple side dish is perfect for any meal or as a satisfying veggie snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis, washed and cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large bowl, toss the zucchini chunks with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned zucchini in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the zucchini is tender and the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a side dish or snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- Try adding a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Mix up the flavor by using Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, or chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: oven roasted zucchini, roasted vegetables, zucchini chunks, healthy side dish, vegan recipes, garden zucchini, easy vegetable recipe, gluten-free