Roasted Cucumbers and Onions with Fresh Herbs

Roasted Cucumbers and Onions with Fresh Herbs

I invented this recipe out of a need for a way to use the surplus cucumbers from a friend’s garden this summer. I had never heard of someone roasting cucumbers, and a quick internet search turned up nothing, so I thought it would make an interesting culinary experiment. As it turned out, though, I discovered a new family favorite! This fast and easy recipe makes a great side dish for any occasion. Great with chicken or steak! I’ve even eaten it by itself for a light lunch. What more could you ask for?

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • olive oil cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small chunks (Optional)
  • 1 large cucumber – peeled, seeded, and cut lengthwise into spears
  • 1 small sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), cut in half and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil. Spray the foil with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 2
Spread pieces of butter into the baking sheet and lay cucumber spears over the butter. Top with slices of sweet onion and scatter basil, parsley, cilantro, and mint over the top. Spray the vegetables again with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 3
Roast cucumber mixture in the preheated oven until cucumber spears begin to soften, about 10 minutes. Turn the cucumbers and onion slices over and return to oven; roast until cucumbers are tender, 15 to 20 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

67
Calories
6g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 67
% Daily Value *
Total Fat6g 8%
Saturated Fat4g 19%
Cholesterol15mg 5%
Sodium43mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate3g 1%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars1g
Protein1g
Vitamin C4mg 20%
Calcium17mg 1%
Iron0mg 1%
Potassium135mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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