Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Roasted Zucchini and Yellow Squash with Herbs
Roasting zucchini and yellow squash at high heat is one of those simple techniques that completely transforms humble vegetables into something caramelized, tender, and genuinely craveable. The cut edges turn golden brown in the oven while the insides stay soft, and the garlic and oregano work together to make the whole kitchen smell incredible. For anyone managing eosinophilic esophagitis, finding flavorful sides that avoid common trigger foods can feel like a constant puzzle — this one keeps things clean and straightforward with a short list of whole-food ingredients. There's no dairy, no wheat, no eggs, and no soy hiding anywhere in the mix, just olive oil, fresh aromatics, and good seasoning. A finishing squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up without adding any complexity or risk. It works beautifully as a weeknight side dish alongside whatever protein fits your personal safe foods list, and the leftovers are just as good tossed into a bowl the next day.
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4 servings
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb total), cut into ½-inch half-moons
- 2 medium yellow squash (about 1 lb total), cut into ½-inch half-moons
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or leave it unlined.
- 2
In a large bowl, toss the zucchini and yellow squash with the olive oil, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until every piece is evenly coated.
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