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Hasselback Zucchini
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

RK By: Real Food, Really Fast by Hannah Kaminsky

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Hasselback Zucchini [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Ingredients You Need for Hasselback Zucchini [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

1 1/2 pounds (about 6 small) zucchini
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Prepare Hasselback Zucchini [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Preheat your oven to 500°F.
Properly prepping the zucchini is essential for success here, so be careful when cutting. You don’t want to go all the way through the vegetables, but just about ¾ of the way, at regularly spaced intervals of just a few millimeters. Exact measurements aren’t critical as long as you’re consistent. For those less confident with their knife skills, try placing thin skewers or dowels on either side of the zucchini to prevent the blade from going all the way down to the cutting board.
Place the zucchini on a lightly greased baking sheet and drizzle liberally with oil. Combine the garlic, thyme, rosemary, red pepper flakes, and salt together and smear this mixture all over, pushing it in between the cut layers and all over the sides. Cover loosely with foil and slide the pan into the hot oven.
Lift the foil after about 6 minutes to check on their progress. The zucchini should be just about fork-tender. Bake for an additional 2 minutes or so, uncovered, until lightly browned. Serve warm.
Spice things up by swapping in equal measures of any dried herbs, or up to 2 teaspoons of your favorite seasoning mixture for new flavor adventures. Try a bright, zingy lemon-pepper variation by using 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, just for starters.

Nutritional Information

Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.