Best Steamed Zucchini With Scallions Recipes

Steamed Zucchini and Lemon Vinaigrette image

Provided by English_Rose

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 small zucchini
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1/2 lemon, juice
7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 scallions, sliced for garnish
salt and pepper

Steps:

Slice the zucchini in half and then down their length into quarters.
Place in a colander over a pan of boiling water and cover with aluminium foil. You could use a steamer instead.
Allow to steam for 4-5 minutes until just tender.
Mix the Dijon mustard in a small bowl with the sugar. Add the red wine vinegar, lemon rind and lemon juice.
Whisk together before gradually pouring in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove zucchini from the colander and place in a bowl.
Pour over the lemon vinaigrette and toss together with the zucchini.
Scatter with finely sliced scallions before serving.
This dish can be served served warm or chilled.

Steamed Zucchini image

Provided by BARBLUVSFOOD

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

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