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Sautéed Zucchini with Walnuts

average rating is 3 out of 5, based on 150 votes

  • Pair with grilled chicken, turkey, or shrimp for a high-protein meal.

  • Serve alongside quinoa or cauliflower rice for added fiber.

  • Top with extra hemp seeds or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for extra flavor and texture.

Serves

2

Prep Time

N/A

Total Time

N/A

Calories

250

Protein

24

Fat

12

Carbs

10

Tags: 

low calorie high protein healthy dinner diabetic-friendly meals sautéed vegetables zucchini recipes weight loss meals clean eating plant-based protein low fat

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons (Organic preferred)

  • 1 tbsp avocado oil (Cold-pressed)

  • ½ tsp sea salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (Optional for a smoky flavor)

  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts (Unsalted)

  • 2 tbsp hemp seeds (Adds protein and omega-3s)

  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (Adds a cheesy, umami flavor)

Directions

  • Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  • Add zucchini slices, season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.

  • Remove from heat and toss with lemon juice, walnuts, hemp seeds, and nutritional yeast.

  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

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