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Cinnamon Maple Glazed Zucchini And Nut Medley
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Cinnamon Maple Glazed Zucchini And Nut Medley

A warm, sweet, and savory side dish featuring tender roasted zucchini tossed with crunchy walnuts and pecans in a rich maple-cinnamon glaze.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

20 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 3 pieces Medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 3 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 cup Walnut halves
  • 0.5 cup Pecan halves
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar(optional)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and sea salt to create the glaze.

  3. 3

    Place the sliced zucchini in a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil and a pinch of salt to lightly coat.

  4. 4

    Spread the zucchini in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove the tray from the oven and add the walnuts and pecans, spreading them evenly among the zucchini.

  6. 6

    Drizzle the maple cinnamon glaze over the zucchini and nut mixture, tossing gently with a spatula to ensure even coating.

  7. 7

    Return the tray to the oven and roast for an additional 8-10 minutes until the glaze is bubbling and the nuts are toasted.

  8. 8

    Remove from the oven and let sit for 2 minutes before serving to allow the glaze to thicken and adhere to the medley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

245

kcal

Protein

4

g

Carbs

18

g

Fat

19

g

Fiber

4

g

Sugar

12

g

Sodium

155

mg

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