Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce
Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce brings tender squash and rice together with bright dill and a tangy, garlicky yogurt topper. The contrast of warm, herbed vegetables and cool yogurt makes it refreshing yet satisfying, perfect for a light lunch or a Mediterranean-inspired side with bread. Expect gentle sweetness from onion, fresh dill aroma, and a creamy finish from the yogurt.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 55
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sugar until it dissolves. Add the zucchini, dill, and rice; cook and stir until the zucchini softens, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add water, season with salt and black pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat; simmer until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes. Let cool until lukewarm, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, mix the yogurt, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Serve the yogurt sauce over the zucchini and rice.
- Calories 296.22 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 10.63 g Good Source 21%
- Carbohydrate 32.54 g 12%
- Total Fat 15.17 g Moderate 19%
- Saturated Fat 3.11 g Moderate 16%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 7.3 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 107.51 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 4.36 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 14.22 g --
- Added Sugars 1.25 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 268.3 mg Good Source 21%
- Iron 1.64 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 774.1 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 36.64 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 11.88 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic Yogurt Sauce is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 50 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Dill, Garlic, Long Grain Rice, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 296.22 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Dill, Garlic, Long-Grain Rice, Olive Oil, Onion. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce?
- About 50 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 296.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce healthy?
- Zucchini with Dill Weed and Garlic-Yogurt Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 296.22 calories and 10.63 g of protein, or 21% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 3.11 g (16% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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