Keto Moroccan Zucchini

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  • prep time

    prep time

    3 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    12 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    15 min

Keto Moroccan Zucchini

This Moroccan inspired zucchini is loaded with flavour and texture from aromatic herbs and spices and toasted nuts.

This makes for a great side dish to accompany grilled chicken or roasted lamb.

  • Net Carbs

    4 g

  • Fiber

    2.1 g

  • Total Carbs

    6.2 g

  • Protein

    2.8 g

  • Fats

    18.9 g

193 cals

Keto Moroccan Zucchini

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Ingredients

  • Olive Oil

    Olive Oil

    2 tablespoon

  • Zucchini

    Zucchini

    1 medium

  • Shallot

    Shallot

    1 tablespoon, chopped

  • Garlic

    Garlic

    1 clove

  • Lemon Peel Or Zest Raw

    Lemon Peel Or Zest Raw

    1 tsp

  • Ras El Hanout

    Ras El Hanout

    1 x 1 teaspoon

  • Cumin, Seed

    Cumin, Seed

    1 teaspoon

  • Blanched Slivered Almonds

    Blanched Slivered Almonds

    1 tbsp

  • Pine Nuts

    Pine Nuts

    1 tablespoon, whole pieces

  • Spices Coriander Seed Or Ground

    Spices Coriander Seed Or Ground

    ½ tsp

  • Salt, Sea Salt

    Salt, Sea Salt

    ¼ teaspoon

  • Black Pepper

    Black Pepper

    ⅛ teaspoon

Recipe Steps

steps 4

15 min

  • Step 1

    Peel and dice the zucchini into 1/2 inch chunks and set aside.
  • Step 2

    Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over a low/medium heat and add the shallot and garlic. Sweat gently until tender. Add the cumin seeds, coriander, lemon zest, ras el hanout, pine nuts and slivered almonds. Stir well and cook gently for a further minute or two until fragrant.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Add the remaining oil to the pan and increase the heat a little. Add the diced zucchini and toss in the nuts and spices. Cook for a few minutes until the zucchini is tender.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Scatter with fresh cilantro to serve.
    Step 4