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    Zucchini Gremolata Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Gremolata is a bright, citrusy Italian condiment made of garlic, chopped herbs, and zest from a lemon or orange. It’s typically served over fish, but here it works its magic on some simple zucchini: the vegetables themselves are sweet and mild, so the gremolata adds a nice zip and a dash of extra color.

    You can use either yellow or green zucchini or a mixture of both if you really want to turn up the visual effect.

    Zucchini Gremolata

    Adding a splash of orange juice isn’t part of the gremolata itself, but it does bring out the flavor even more.

    With a seasoning made completely of herbs and fruit, this recipe also happens to be autoimmune-friendly, proving yet again that you don’t need nightshade spices to make a flavorful meal!

    This would be a great side dish to serve with breakfast if you’re struggling to get enough vegetables in somehow; everything becomes a little more breakfast-y with a dash of orange flavor, and it would go really well with scrambled eggs or sausages.

    Or try it with grilled meat (for all our friends down under, this would be a delicious summer barbecue side) or another rich main dish where you want a lighter side to go with it.

    Zucchini Gremolata Recipe

    SERVES: 4 PREP: 15 min COOK: 10 min

    Ingredients

    • 3 zucchinis, sliced;
    • ¼ cup fresh orange juice;
    • Cooking fat;
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper;

    Ingredients for the gremolata

    • 2 garlic cloves, minced;
    • 1 green onion, minced;
    • 1 tbsp. fresh basil, minced;
    • 1 tbsp. fresh parsley, minced;
    • 1 tbsp. orange zest;
    Zucchini Gremolata Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the gremolata.
    2. Melt some cooking fat in a skillet placed over medium heat.
    3. Add the sliced zucchinis and season to taste.
    4. Saute the zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes; then add in the gremolata.
    5. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes before adding the orange juice.
    6. Continue to cook until the orange juice has completely evaporated, and serve hot.

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    Zucchini Gremolata Recipe

    Zucchini Gremolata Recipe

    A quick, fresh-tasting side dish with a citrusy herbal seasoning, delicious at any time of day (vegan and AIP friendly, too!)
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 41 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 zucchinis sliced
    • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
    • Cooking fat
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Ingredients for the gremolata

    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 green onion minced
    • 1 tbsp. fresh basil minced
    • 1 tbsp. fresh parsley minced
    • 1 tbsp. orange zest

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the gremolata.
      2 garlic cloves, 1 green onion, 1 tbsp. fresh basil, 1 tbsp. fresh parsley, 1 tbsp. orange zest
    • Melt some cooking fat in a skillet placed over medium heat.
      Cooking fat
    • Add the sliced zucchinis and season to taste.
      3 zucchinis, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • Saute the zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes then add in the gremolata.
    • Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes before adding the orange juice.
      ¼ cup fresh orange juice
    • Continue to cook until the orange juice has completely evaporated, and serve hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 468mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 877IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword gremolata, zucchini
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    Filed Under: Paleo Recipes, Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers Tagged With: cooking: fast cook, cooking: fast prep, cooking: stovetop, diet: dairy-free, diet: egg-free, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, diet: vegan, diet: vegetarian, Paleo Autoimmune-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Budget-Friendly Recipes, Paleo Low-Carb Recipes

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