Recipe: Sauteed zucchini coins

Dietitian's tip: Instead of breaded and fried, these zucchini slices are lightly sauteed and tossed with herbs. This reduced-fat version also features olive oil, which is mainly monounsaturated fat.

Healthy carb = whole fruits & vegetables, at least 50% whole grains and no more than 1 tsp of sugar per serving

Low sodium = no more than 140 mg of sodium per serving

SERVES 4

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups thinly sliced yellow zucchini

2 cups thinly sliced green zucchini

1 teaspoon dill weed

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

2 scallions, chopped

2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

In a large, nonstick frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini slices and saute until their colors intensify, about 5 minutes. Add the dill, cilantro and scallions and stir until evenly mixed.

Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with lemon juice and serve immediately.

Nutritional Analysis

(per serving)

Serving size: 1 cup
Calories	51	Cholesterol	0 mg
Protein	2 g	Sodium	13 mg
Carbohydrate	5 g	Fiber	1 g
Total fat	4 g	Potassium	328 mg
Saturated fat	trace	Calcium	24 mg
Monounsaturated fat	2 g