Steamed Zucchini

Vegetable Side Dish - Side Dish

A quick and healthy way to make zucchini.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 20 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Steamed Zucchini

Ingredients

4 zucchini

2 cloves garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Trim ends from zucchini. Cut each one in half then cut each half lengthwise into quarters.

Step 2

Place zucchini and garlic into a steamer basket then place the steamer basket into the pot. Steam for 10 to 15 minutes or until the zucchini are tender.

Step 3

Transfer zucchini to a large bowl. Mash the garlic and put it in the bowl with the zucchini. Drizzle the olive oil into the bowl and toss until the vegetables are coated with oil and garlic.

Nutritional Information

Steamed Zucchini

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 59.5

% Daily Value *

Protein: 2.4g 5%

Carbohydrates: 6.2g 2%

Dietary Fiber: 2.4g 10%

Sugars: 3.2g

Fat: 3.7g 6%

Saturated Fat: 0.5g 3%

Vitamin A Iu: 635.2IU 13%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.1mg 9%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 11%

Vitamin C: 15.5mg 26%

Folate: 36.9mcg 9%

Calcium: 32.1mg 3%

Iron: 0.9mg 5%

Magnesium: 43.5mg 16%

Potassium: 492.1mg 14%

Sodium: 6.2mg

Calories From Fat: 32.9

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.