Lemon Pesto Zucchini Bell Peppers

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 17

Lemon Pesto Zucchini Bell Peppers Recipe

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

126

Sugar

Fat

10g

Lemon Pesto Zucchini Bell Peppers are an easy and flavorful vegetarian dish that's perfect for any time of the year. This dish is easy to customize, and you can add your favorite type of pasta or even chicken for a protein boost. The combination of zucchini and bell peppers gives the dish a load of vitamins, while lemon juice adds some freshness and zing. Pesto sauce gives the dish a rich and flavorful taste and aroma.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven at 450°F (230°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2.	Rinse the bell peppers and zucchini, then slice them into thin, round pieces.
3.	In a large bowl, mix olive oil, pesto sauce, and garlic cloves.
4.	Add the sliced vegetables to the bowl, then squeeze in the juice of 2 lemons.
5.	Toss everything together until the veggies are coated in the sauce.
6.	Spread the vegetables on the prepared baking tray and place it in the oven.
7.	Bake the vegetables for 15-20 minutes or until they're golden brown.

PROS

This dish is incredibly easy and quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

The combination of zucchini and bell peppers gives the dish a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals.

This recipe is vegan-friendly and gluten-free.

The lemon juice adds a refreshing touch while the pesto sauce gives the dish a rich, savory flavor.

CONS

The dish might lack a bit of protein, so you might need to add a source of protein to your meal.

It’s essential to watch the vegetables closely when baking them, so they don’t overcook.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a vast array of vitamins, including vitamin C found in bell peppers, which is essential for immune system health.
Zucchini is packed with vitamins A and K, which help with digestion and bone health.
The garlic in this dish has nutritious and immune-boosting properties.

	1 tablespoon pesto sauce
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	2 bell peppers ( green , orange , yellow , red , ( or more )
	3 zucchini ( or more )
	2 garlic cloves
	2 lemons or 2 lemon juice