Description

This creamy zucchini sauce is a flavorful, velvety side dish or topping made with tender roasted zucchini and a savory sour cream-based herb sauce. It’s quick, healthy, and perfect for serving over pasta, rice, grilled meats, or simply enjoying as a dip.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Zucchini:

2 lbs zucchini, cubed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sauce:

1 cup sour cream
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Salt, to taste

Instructions

Roast the Zucchini:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cubed zucchini with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until soft and lightly browned. Set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, garlic, tomato paste, chopped dill, chopped basil, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix until smooth and well combined.

Combine:
- Add the roasted zucchini to the sauce.
- Gently mix to coat the zucchini evenly.
- Serve warm or chilled as a side dish, pasta topping, or dip.

Notes

For a smoother texture, blend the roasted zucchini into the sauce using an immersion blender.

You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

This sauce pairs wonderfully with pasta, roasted potatoes, grilled chicken, or even inside wraps.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Roasting + Mixing
Cuisine: European-inspired

Keywords: creamy zucchini, zucchini sauce, roasted zucchini, summer side dish