ROASTED ZUCCHINI WITH BASIL-PISTACHIO-FETA CRUMBLE

45m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. 2Place a cast iron pan in the oven for 15 minutes to get it hot.
  3. 3Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise, then score the tops diagonally, and then slice into thirds.
  4. 4Add the zucchini to a plate and top liberally with salt.
  5. 5Let the zucchini sit for 15 minutes then pat dry with paper towels. Do not rinse.
  6. 6Remove the pan from the oven, add the oil, then add the zucchini face down.
  7. 7Place in the oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  8. 8While the zucchini is roasting, make the crumble.
  9. 9Chop up the pistachios.
  10. 10Add the feta cheese, the basil, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
  11. 11Continue to chop until it creates a nice crumble.
  12. 12Make the drizzle by adding the tahini, honey, lemon juice and salt to a small bowl.
  13. 13Whisk, then add water 1 tablespoon at a time and whisk until desired consistency.
  14. 14Top the zucchini with the crumble and tahini, if using.

Ingredients

  • 4 small zucchini
  • 2 -3 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.25 cup pistachios
  • 0.25 cup feta cheese
  • 3 tbsp basil
  • 0.5 of 1 lemon lemon zest
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 0.5 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 Pinch salt
  • to thin Water

Equipment

cast iron pansmall bowl

Tips

  • Salt the zucchini to remove excess moisture for perfect caramelization.
  • Do not rinse the zucchini after salting.
  • Use the best quality olive oil.