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Lemony Grilled Zucchini with Crispy Chickpeas

Lemony Grilled Zucchini with Crispy Chickpeas


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  • Author: Bachir Fasky
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Fresh grilled zucchini served over creamy tzatziki and topped with crispy roasted chickpeas, lemon, and parsley.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp shawarma seasoning
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced diagonally
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, grated
  • 1 1/2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, seasoning, and salt.
  3. Bake 25 to 30 minutes until crispy.
  4. Heat grill pan and cook zucchini 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  5. Drain grated cucumbers thoroughly.
  6. Mix yogurt, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and salt.
  7. Stir in cucumber and dill.
  8. Spread tzatziki on a serving plate.
  9. Top with zucchini and chickpeas.
  10. Finish with lemon juice and parsley before serving.

Notes

  1. Drain cucumbers thoroughly for thick tzatziki.
  2. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  3. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling and Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 9
  • Sodium: 620
  • Fat: 21
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 20
  • Cholesterol: 25