Greek Stewed Zucchini

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Healthy and Delicious Greek Stewed Zucchini Recipe

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

140

Sugar

Fat

This Greek Stewed Zucchini recipe is a classic Mediterranean dish that is perfect for summer dinners. Made with fresh zucchini, plum tomatoes, and savory feta cheese, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients. Zucchini is an incredibly versatile vegetable and is often used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. It's a great source of vitamins and minerals and is perfect for vegetarians and vegans looking to get more nutrients in their diet. This dish is easy to make and can be served with bread, rice, or quinoa to make it a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	In a pot, add sliced zucchini and sprinkle salt over them. Keep them aside for 20-30 minutes.
2.	After 30 minutes, rinse the zucchini slices under cold running water and pat them dry.
3.	In a separate pot, add tomato sauce, plum tomatoes, and fresh oregano. Mix well.
4.	Add the sliced zucchini to the tomato sauce mixture and stir gently.
5.	Cook for 15-20 minutes until the zucchini is tender and the sauce has thickened.
6.	Sprinkle feta cheese over the stewed zucchini before serving.

PROS

This Greek Stewed Zucchini recipe is a healthy and flavorful vegetarian dish packed with nutrients and the goodness of fresh vegetables.

The dish is light, low-calorie, and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

CONS

Zucchini can sometimes be bland, so it’s important to pair it with flavorful ingredients like tomato sauce and fresh herbs.

This dish requires a bit of prep time to slice and salt the zucchini, but the end result is worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is a nutrient-dense, low-calorie food that is high in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
It’s a great food for weight management and promoting a healthy digestive system.
Tomatoes are also rich in vitamin C and lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers and heart disease.

	1 lb zucchini , sliced in 1 inch rounds
	1 cup tomato sauce
	1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
	2 diced plum tomatoes
	3 tablespoons feta cheese
	salt and pepper