Best Sesame Steamed Zucchini Recipes

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STEAMED ZUCCHINI



Steamed Zucchini image

A quick and healthy way to make zucchini.

Provided by BARBLUVSFOOD

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 zucchini
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Trim ends from zucchini. Cut each one in half, then cut each half lengthwise into quarters.
  • Place zucchini and garlic into a steamer basket, then place the steamer basket into the pot. Steam for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the zucchini are tender.
  • Transfer zucchini to a large bowl. Mash the garlic and put it in the bowl with the zucchini. Drizzle the olive oil into the bowl and toss until the vegetables are coated with oil and garlic.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 6.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SESAME ZUCCHINI



Sesame Zucchini image

Categories     Side     Steam     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Low/No Sugar     Zucchini     Sesame     Gourmet     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 medium zucchini
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted lightly
1 teaspoon soy sauce, or to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Halve zucchini lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. In a steamer set over simmering water steam zucchini, covered, until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • In a bowl toss zucchini with sesame oil and seeds, soy sauce, and salt to taste until coated well and sprinkle with lemon juice. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CHINESE-STYLE ZUCCHINI



Chinese-Style Zucchini image

A quick side, this fresh-tasting dish is a good pair with salmon. The toasted sesame seeds really bring out the flavor. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound medium zucchini, thinly sliced
4 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute zucchini in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in soy sauce; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SESAME PARMESAN ZUCCHINI



Sesame Parmesan Zucchini image

A quick, easy and mouth-watering zucchini recipe. The sesame imparts intense flavor which combines deliciously with the Parmesan and seasonings. Cayenne pepper adds a little kick for those who like some spice in their side dishes.

Provided by KATHYP100

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium zucchini, quartered and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, toss the zucchini with the olive oil, sesame oil, sesame seeds, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, and garlic salt. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

ASIAN-STYLE ZUCCHINI



Asian-Style Zucchini image

Thick zucchini slices are lightly browned in butter and cooked with soy sauce and sesame seeds. This makes a fabulous summer side dish!

Provided by TRINITYJAE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon butter
1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1 inch slices
2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
garlic powder to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the zucchini, and cook until lightly browned. Sprinkle with soy sauce and sesame seeds. Season with garlic powder and pepper, and continue cooking until zucchini is well coated and tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 466.9 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

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