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Roasted Zucchini Dip

Serves

["Makes 4 cups of Dip"]

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

30 Minutes

This luscious, flavorful, roasted zucchini dip is a delicious way to use up your zucchini! Serve it up with vegetables, pita chips or crackers for a tasty, healthy appetizer; everyone will love.

Why everyone will love this dip:

Fresh Ingredients - This roasted zucchini dip is bursting with fresh ingredients. From fresh zucchini to garlic and fresh herbs, there's no shortage of fresh, healthy ingredients.

So Versatile – You can serve this roasted zucchini dip in so many ways. From the star of a veggie platter to the center piece of your charcuterie board. You can also spread it on toast or bread to have the perfect pairing for a sandwich.

Full of Real Food - Unlike many dips you buy at the store, this one is real food only! Even better when you can pick the zucchini out of the garden or grab some from your local farmers market or stand. This dip is on repeat during summer zucchini season.

Products used: Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil

Ingredients

3-4 zucchini, trimmed and cut into pieces
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
4 tablespoons SOOC Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil, plus more for serving
1 cup fresh basil
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
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Other Idea: For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dip. You can also try experimenting with different seasonings, such as smoked paprika or basil.

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a parchment lined baking sheet, toss zucchini with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and toss to coat. Roast for 30 minutes.

2. In a blender or food processor add the roasted zucchini, garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, black pepper, and lemon juice. Pulse to blend until mixture is reduced and velvety. Add salt, more lemon juice and/or olive oil to taste and consistency.

3. Spoon into a bowl and serve with veggies and crackers.