Healthy Recipes Side Dishes Vegetable Side Dishes Healthy Zucchini Side Dish Recipes Roasted Zucchini with Whipped Ricotta 4.6 (5) 4 Reviews This roasted zucchini with whipped ricotta and fresh herbs features a delightful blend of creamy, savory and herbaceous flavors with a hint of roasted sweetness. It's the perfect way to enjoy zucchini this summer! Whipping ricotta cheese lightens the texture. If you don’t have an electric mixer, you can whisk it vigorously by hand. By Carolyn Casner Carolyn Casner Carolyn Casner is a longtime recipe tester and contributor for EatingWell. Over the years, she has tested and developed hundreds of recipes for the magazine and website. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 25, 2024 Tested by Hilary Meyer Tested by Hilary Meyer Hilary Meyer is a freelance recipe developer, tester and content creator. After graduating from culinary school, she started working as a freelancer in the EatingWell Test Kitchen in 2006, developing and testing recipes. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: No Added Sugar Sesame-Free Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Soy-Free Heart-Healthy Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Mediterranean Diet Jump to Nutrition Facts Ali Redmond Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, trimmed, halved and sliced 1/2-inch-thick 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 cup part-skim ricotta 3 tablespoons chopped soft herbs such as dill, basil, parsley and/or mint 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper Lemon wedges for serving (optional) Directions Place a large rimmed baking sheet on the middle oven rack. Preheat to 450°F. Toss zucchini with 2 teaspoons oil in a medium bowl. Carefully arrange the zucchini on the preheated baking sheet in a single layer (set the bowl aside for Step 4). Roast until beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Ali Redmond Meanwhile, place ricotta in a separate medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Ali Redmond When the zucchini has finished roasting, return it to the empty bowl. Add herbs, lemon zest, salt, pepper and the remaining 2 teaspoons oil; stir gently until combined. Ali Redmond Divide the whipped ricotta among 4 small plates; top with the zucchini mixture. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired. Ali Redmond EatingWell.com, June 2024 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 98 Calories 7g Fat 4g Carbs 5g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1/2 cup zucchini & 2 Tbsp. ricotta Calories 98 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 4g 2% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Total Sugars 2g Protein 5g 9% Total Fat 7g 9% Saturated Fat 2g 11% Cholesterol 10mg 3% Vitamin A 94µg Vitamin C 14mg 15% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 1mg 5% Folate 33µg Vitamin K 16µg Sodium 166mg 7% Calcium 107mg 8% Iron 1mg 3% Magnesium 25mg 6% Potassium 311mg 7% Zinc 1mg 7% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 0g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.