Best 11 Zucchini With Vinegar And Mint Recipes

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Zucchini, with its mild flavor and versatile texture, pairs perfectly with the tangy brightness of vinegar and the refreshing coolness of mint. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy side dish or a flavorful vegetarian main course, this combination offers endless culinary possibilities. From simple sautéed zucchini with a splash of vinegar and a sprinkle of mint to elegant grilled zucchini drizzled with a balsamic vinegar reduction and garnished with fresh mint, the options are as varied as your imagination. So, grab your zucchini, vinegar, and mint, and let's explore the delicious possibilities that await!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NONNA'S ROASTED ZUCCHINI WITH MINT & VINEGAR



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A peasant style of preparing zucchini, just like Nonna would.

Provided by Deborah Mele

Categories     Vegetables - Zucchini

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 Medium Zucchini, Ends Trimmed And Cut Into 1/2-inch Slices
1/4 Cup Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper To Taste
1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Mint
1 1/2 Teaspoons Red Wine Vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the zucchini, oil, salt, pepper, and mint in an oven-proof casserole dish, then toss to mix well.
  • Roast the zucchini until very soft and beginning to brown, stirring every so often, for 1 hour.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and stir in the red wine vinegar.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 1/2 cups, Sodium 56 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat

PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI AND MINT



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This minty Roman-style zucchini is wonderful with pasta or served on its own.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, one pot, pastas, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1-1/2 pounds zucchini, scrubbed and sliced very thin
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon finely minced lemon zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
3/4 pound pasta, such as farfalle or fusilli
Grated ricotta salata or Pecorino for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta. Meanwhile, heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy nonstick skillet, and add the zucchini. Cook, stirring or shaking the pan, until the zucchini is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add the sugar, and stir in the vinegar, lemon zest and mint. Remove from the heat, and keep warm while you cook the pasta.
  • When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the pasta. Cook al dente, following the timing instructions on the package. Add 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water to the zucchini, then drain the pasta and toss with the zucchini. Serve, passing the cheese at the table for sprinkling.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 409, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 628 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

ZUCCHINI WITH VINEGAR AND MINT



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Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Zucchini     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 pounds zucchini (6 medium), cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried mint

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then cook zucchini, undisturbed, until undersides are golden brown, about 8 minutes. Turn over and cook until undersides are golden brown, about 6 minutes.
  • Add vinegar and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook, shaking skillet, until vinegar has evaporated. Remove from heat; crumble in mint. Add 1/4 teaspoon pepper and toss.

CONCIA (ZUCCHINI WITH MINT AND VINEGAR)



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 to 6 small zucchini, about 1 1/2 pounds total weight
Salt
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 large cloves garlic, minced
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick slices, or to prepare it Veneto fashion, cut the zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices. Sprinkle with salt and let stand in a colander for 30 minutes to drain off any bitter juices. Rinse and pat dry.
  • In a small bowl, combine the mint or basil, parsley, and garlic.
  • Warm the olive oil in a frying pan over medium high heat. In batches, add the zucchini and cook, turning as needed, until golden on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a shallow serving dish and sprinkle with some of the mint mixture and some of the vinegar. Repeat with the rest of the zucchini, mint mixture and vinegar. Leave at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours, basting occasionally with vinegar in the dish, before serving

ZUCCHINI AND FRESH MINT



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Another adapted recipe from Nava Atlas' Vegetarian Celebrations. I changed a cold salad to a warm side dish entree. You could also substitute yellow zucchini in this recipe. Also delicious pan fried or grilled.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb zucchini, narrow, medium sized
1/4 cup of fresh mint, packed then chopped
2 green onions, sliced thinly
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juice of
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
salt or pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to BROIL setting.
  • Cut the zucchini in half crosswise, then cut into 1/2" slices, lengthwise.
  • In large serving bowl, place the mint and green onion.
  • In separate small glass bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and stir well.
  • On a baking sheet place the zucchini so that they do not overlap. Baste the zucchini slices with some of the dressing.
  • Broil for about 3-4 minutes or until golden.
  • Turn zucchini slices over, baste with more dressing and broil another 2-3 minutes or until brown and crispy.
  • Watch carefully to make sure the zucchini does not burn!
  • Toss the cooked zucchini slices gently with the mint and green onions. Season to taste with salt, pepper and additional dressing. Serve warm.

MARINATED ZUCCHINI WITH MINT



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This side goes well with Lamb, Tomato, and Mint Kebabs or lamb chops.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. On two large rimmed baking sheets, toss zucchini with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast until zucchini are tender and undersides are browned, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • On a serving plate, sprinkle zucchini with minced garlic and drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and white-wine vinegar. Let stand 1 hour (or refrigerate, up to overnight; bring to room temperature before serving). To serve, sprinkle with torn mint leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g

GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH TOMATOES AND MINT



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Grilled zucchini planks are served with a fresh tomato and mint topping in this easy side dish recipe.

Provided by VirginiaWillis

Categories     Grilled Zucchini

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium zucchini
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Cut zucchini into thin lengthwise planks; brush with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Arrange on grate without crowding.
  • Grill until tender and lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a rimmed plate.
  • Stir together tomatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and mint in a bowl. Smash some of the tomatoes to release their juices. Stir once more and spoon over zucchini.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 141.8 mg

ZUCCHINI WITH GARLIC AND MINT



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Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds small zucchini
vegetable oil for frying
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves large garlic (large), finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint or basil
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1 Scrub the zucchini with a brush under cold running water. Trim off the ends. Cut the zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. 2 Pour 1 inch of oil into a deep heavy skillet or wide saucepan. Heat the oil over medium heat until a small piece of vegetable dropped into the oil sizzles. 3 Pat the zucchini slices dry with paper towels. Carefully slip about one-fourth of the zucchini into the hot oil. Cook until lightly browned around the edges, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the zucchini to paper towels to drain. Fry the remainder in the same way. 4 Layer the zucchini in a dish, sprinkling each layer with some of the vinegar, garlic, mint, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving. From "1,000 Italian Recipes." Copyright 2004 by Michele Scicolone. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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ZUCCHINI WITH VINEGAR, MINT AND GARLIC



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These zucchini slices are usually fried but they are just as good grilled. They can be prepared hours before serving, even a day ahead.

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 large zucchini (weighing about 2 pounds)
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons dried, crushed mint
2 to 3 garlic cloves, crushed

Steps:

  • Trim the ends of the zucchini and cut them lengthwise in slices about 1/3 inch thick. Arrange them side by side on a baking sheet lined with foil and brushed with oil. Brush the slices generously with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
  • Cook under a preheated broiler until lightly browned, then turn over and brush the other side with oil and return to the broiler until browned.
  • Mix the vinegar with the mint and garlic and brush a little onto each slice. Serve at room temperature.
  • Instead of using raw garlic, heat it in 2 tablespoons oil in a small frying pan until the aroma rises, but do not let it color.
  • Serve the grilled slices topped with strained Greek-style yogurt.

ZUCCHINI WITH VINEGAR AND MINT



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Make and share this Zucchini With Vinegar and Mint recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 lbs zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds (6 medium)
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried mint

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then cook zucchini, undisturbed, until undersides are golden brown, about 8 minutes.
  • Turn over and cook until undersides are golden brown, about 6 minutes.
  • Add vinegar and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook, shaking skillet, until vinegar has evaporated. Remove from heat; crumble in mint. Add 1/4 teaspoon pepper and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.9, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 23.7, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 2.8

SAUTéED PEPPERS WITH ZUCCHINI AND MINT



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Number Of Ingredients 10

1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
salt
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, very finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
pinch of crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • 1 Stand the peppers on a cutting board. Holding the stem in one hand, place the cutting edge of a large heavy chef's knife just beyond the edge of the cap. Cut straight down. Turn the pepper 90° and cut straight down again. Repeat, turning and cutting the remaining two sides. Discard the core, seeds, and stem, which will be in one piece. Cut away any membranes and scrape out any seeds. Cut the peppers into 1-inch strips. 2 In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the peppers and cook, stirring, for 10 minutes. 3 Add the zucchini and salt to taste. Cook, stirring often, until the zucchini are tender, about 15 minutes. 4 While the vegetables are cooking, in a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, herbs, red pepper, and salt to taste. 5 Stir in the peppers and zucchini. Let stand until the vegetables are at room temperature. Taste and adjust seasoning. From "1,000 Italian Recipes." Copyright 2004 by Michele Scicolone. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor, use fresh, tender zucchini. Overripe zucchini can be tough and bitter.
  • If you don't have white vinegar, you can substitute apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar.
  • Fresh mint is the best herb to use in this recipe, but you can also use dried mint if that's all you have.
  • For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a chopped chili pepper.
  • If you want a sweeter dish, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • Zucchini with vinegar and mint can be served as a side dish, an appetizer, or a light lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

Zucchini with vinegar and mint is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for summer. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful, and it can be made with just a few ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a healthy and satisfying meal, this recipe is a great option.

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