Best 10 Zucchini With Lemony Crumbs Recipes

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Zucchini with Lemony Crumbs is a delightful dish that combines the fresh flavors of zucchini with a crispy, lemony topping. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a light and refreshing meal or as a side dish to grilled meats or fish. The key to this dish is the flavorful crumb topping, which adds a delightful contrast to the tender zucchini. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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FRIED ZUCCHINI WITH CRISPY LEMONS AND CRISPY HERBS



Fried Zucchini with Crispy Lemons and Crispy Herbs image

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 large eggs
5 medium zucchini, ends trimmed and cut lengthwise into 10 wedges (like pickle spears)
Kosher salt
4 cups canola oil
2 large lemons, one cut into very thin rounds and pitted and the other cut into wedges
8 to 10 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 sprigs fresh basil
4 to 6 sprigs fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Combine the panko, plain breadcrumbs, Parmesan and cayenne in a medium bowl. Whisk together the eggs with 1 tablespoon cold water in another medium bowl. Arrange the zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet, flesh-side up, and sprinkle with salt. Submerge the zucchini wedges in the egg mixture. Remove the pieces one by one, shaking off the excess egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs, pressing well so they are coated on all sides and the breadcrumbs adhere. Arrange in a single layer on the same baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours.
  • Fry the lemon and herbs: Pour the oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot with a fitted lid and attach a deep-fry thermometer. Heat to 325 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with paper towels. Drop the thin lemon rounds into the oil and fry until lightly browned and crisped, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove them with a slotted spoon and spread on one half of the lined baking sheet to cool.
  • Raise the oil to 350 degrees F. Herbs tend to splatter when they hit hot oil, so have the fitted lid for the pot ready in one hand. Dry any excess moisture from the herbs, then drop the parsley and the basil in the oil with your other hand and immediately cover and fry until they turn darker green, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove with the slotted spoon and spread on the other half of the baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Repeat the same process with the oregano.
  • Bring the oil back to 350 degrees F. Test the oil by dropping in one piece of zucchini. It should rise to the surface fairly quickly, begin to bubble and fry gradually. Line two baking sheets with kitchen towels. Drop half the zucchini into the oil and gently, slowly "swirl" the oil with the slotted spoon as they fry so they cook evenly. Cook until light to medium brown, 2 to 3 minutes, then remove them slowly with the slotted spoon and lay them out on a kitchen towel to cool. Sprinkle with salt. Repeat with the remaining zucchini.
  • Layer the zucchini with the herbs and lemon slices on a large serving plate, and serve with the lemon wedges.

ZUCCHINI WITH LEMONY CRUMBS



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Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Time 40m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds zucchini, coarsely grated
3/4 stick unsalted butter, divided
1 1/2 cups coarse bread crumbs (from a day-old baguette)
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Toss zucchini with 3/4 teaspoon salt in a colander set over a bowl and let drain 20 minutes. Squeeze handfuls of zucchini in a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, then cook bread crumbs, zest, thyme, and 1/8 teaspoon salt, stirring, until crumbs are golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and wipe out skillet, then cook garlic in remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add zucchini and sauté until softened slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve zucchini topped with bread crumbs.

ROASTED ZUCCHINI WITH LEMON



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Categories     Citrus     Vegetable     Side     Roast     Lemon     Zucchini     Spring     Healthy     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lemon
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 pounds small zucchini (about 6), cut diagonally into 3/4-inch-thick slices
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Put 2 large shallow baking pans (preferably heavy; 1 inch deep) in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 500°F.
  • Cut 5 (1/8-inch-thick) crosswise slices from middle of lemon and squeeze 1 teaspoon juice from remaining pieces. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Add zucchini and toss until coated.
  • Divide zucchini between preheated baking pans, spreading evenly in 1 layer, and roast in upper and lower thirds of oven until undersides are browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine lemon slices and sugar in bowl and toss to coat. Gently turn zucchini slices over and arrange lemon slices in 1 layer alongside zucchini. Switch position of pans and roast until zucchini and lemon slices are tender and browned, about 7 minutes. Serve, overlapping slices slightly, on a platter (not in a bowl) to prevent weeping.

LEMONY ZUCCHINI RIBBONS



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Fresh zucchini gets a shave and a drizzle of lemony goodness in this fab salad. Sprinkle the goat cheese or feta on top and dive in. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium zucchini
1/3 cup crumbled goat or feta cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. Using a vegetable peeler, shave zucchini lengthwise into very thin slices; arrange on a serving plate., To serve, drizzle with dressing and toss lightly to coat. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTéED ZUCCHINI WITH LEMON



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One more thing to do with all that zucchini from the garden. This is a quick, good, and easy side dish that can be served with a weeknight family meal as well as a fancy dinner. Goes great with grilled chicken or even a nice snack on its own.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
3 -4 zucchini, washed, ends trimmed, and cut in half
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup flour
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the butter and oil over medium heat.
  • Cut each zucchini half lengthwise into 4 pieces.
  • Season the flour with salt & pepper, then coat with the zucchini with flour.
  • Sauté zucchini in oil and butter until cooked through but not mushy, turning to brown on all sides (5-10 minutes).
  • When done, turn heat to low, and add soy sauce and lemon juice.
  • Serve promptly.

LEMON-GARLIC ZUCCHINI NOODLES



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These quick and easy noodles (also known as zoodles) partner perfectly with just about any entree. The fresh lemon really brightens the flavor of this low-carb side dish which is a healthy option for a decadent pasta dish.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium zucchini
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Use a spiralizer to cut zucchini into thick or thin ribbons, your preference.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic, and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add zucchini and toss to coat with the butter-garlic sauce. Saute until zucchini noodles are slightly softened or have reached desired tenderness, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice, lemon-pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt, and remove from the heat. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley and lemon zest, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 78.6 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CREAM CHEESY CUBED ZUCCHINI WITH LEMON AND OREGANO



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I didn't start out trying to make a creamy zucchini recipe, but when I glanced in the fridge and saw the last crumbled remains of fresh cream cheese, I knew those green cubes sizzling away in the skillet were about to get enriched. While I'd normally have a hard time feigning such excitement over squash, I'm actually quite thrilled with how this came out.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups cubed zucchini
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 pinch red pepper flakes
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
cayenne pepper to taste
2 tablespoons cream cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in skillet over high heat; stir in zucchini, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; cook and stir until zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir cream cheese into zucchini mixture; cook until cream cheese begins to melt, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 34.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

LEMONY PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI AND FRESH HERBS



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This simple pasta comes together quickly and makes use of what can sometimes be an overwhelming bumper crop of zucchini and other summer squash come August. Browning the squash in two batches is the only semi-fussy request, and it pays off by giving the squash an almost crunchy texture. Lemon and an abundance of fresh herbs provide brightness to this soon-to-be summer staple. Serve it with a tomato and onion salad dressed with plenty of grassy olive oil.

Provided by Colu Henry

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, weeknight, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fusilli or other short curvy pasta
1 1/2 pounds zucchini or other summer squash, or a combination, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2- inch thick pieces
Kosher salt and black pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1/2 cup grated Pecorino or grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1 1/2 cups roughly chopped herbs, such as mint, basil, chervil, Italian parsley, plus more for garnish
Flaky salt, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well-salted water (2 heaping tablespoons kosher salt to about 7 quarts water) to a boil. Add pasta and cook until it is just under al dente, 1 minute less than package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the zucchini or other squash: Season chunks with salt and pepper. Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the squash in one layer (you may need to do this in two batches) and cook undisturbed until it begins to turn golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from the pan and set aside. Taste and season again, if necessary.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook until the garlic becomes translucent, about 30 seconds. Add the squash back to the pan along with the lemon juice and half the lemon zest. Toss to combine.
  • Add the pasta to the skillet, and toss to combine. Add 1/2 cup of the pasta water and the grated cheese, and toss until the cheese emulsifies and is silky. If needed, add an additional 1/4 cup pasta water or more to loosen. Add the fresh herbs and toss again. Top with additional herbs and the remaining lemon zest. Serve in bowls, and pass grated cheese at the table. Season with flaky salt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 421, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 509 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

ZUCCHINI WITH LEMONY CRUMBS



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Make and share this Zucchini With Lemony Crumbs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vicki Kaye

Categories     Low Protein

Time 40m

Yield 1 bowl, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs zucchini, coarsely grated
3/8 cup butter, unsalted, divided
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs, day old baguette
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Toss zucchini with 3/4 tsp salt in a colander set over a bowl and let drain 20 minutes. Squeeze handfuls of zucchini in a kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Melt 3 tbsp butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, then cook bread crumbs, zest, thyme, and 1/8 tsp salt, stirring, until crumbs are golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and wipe out skillet, then cook garlic in remaining 3 tbsp butter over medium-high heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add zucchini and saute until softened slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve zucchini topped with bread crumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.9, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 466.9, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8.3, Protein 8.4

LEMONY ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Flecks of zucchini give a third dimension to the popular lemon and poppy seed combination in this moist quick bread. My family loves this lemon zucchini bread at all times of the year.-Field Editor Carol Funk, Richard, Saskatchewan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
1 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/4 cup poppy seeds
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, pudding mix, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, oil, lemon juice and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the zucchini, poppy seeds and lemon zest. , Pour into 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose small and tender zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can make your own by pulsing bread cubes in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs.
  • Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater. This will help the zucchini cook evenly.
  • Be sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini before adding it to the breadcrumbs. This will help the crumbs stick to the zucchini and prevent them from getting soggy.
  • Season the breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before adding them to the zucchini. This will give the zucchini a delicious flavor.
  • Bake the zucchini at a high temperature so that the breadcrumbs get crispy and the zucchini cooks through.
  • Serve the zucchini with a lemon wedge and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. This will add a refreshing and creamy element to the dish.

Conclusion:

Zucchini with Lemony Crumbs is a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for summer. The combination of crispy breadcrumbs, tender zucchini, and bright lemon flavor is sure to please everyone at your table. This dish is also a great way to use up extra zucchini from your garden.

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