Pork Free Roasted Zucchini and Yellow Squash with Herbs
Roasted zucchini and yellow squash might sound simple, but a hot oven and good olive oil transform these humble vegetables into something genuinely craveable. The cut edges caramelize to a golden brown while the centers stay tender, and the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes give every bite a savory, aromatic kick. Spacing the pieces out on the baking sheet is the real trick here — it lets the heat circulate properly so you get that roasted depth instead of soggy, steamed squash. A finishing squeeze of lemon juice and a handful of fresh parsley brighten everything up and make it feel like a dish you'd order at a nice restaurant. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of pork and pork-derived products, so there's nothing to scrutinize on a label or swap out. It works beautifully as a weeknight side, a meal-prep staple, or even piled onto grain bowls throughout the week.
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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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