This Low Calorie Ranch Zucchini is just 19 calories per 1/2 cup, and can be made in just 15 minutes.
Best of all, the roasted zucchini squash is a 3 ingredient recipe! Healthy, fast, and minimal ingredients, a perfect side dish!
These ranch roasted zucchini slices are packed full of flavor, and perfect for hectic weeknight side dishes.
Or, make the healthy roasted zucchini and cool them to add to salads and lunch wraps!
This Low Calorie Ranch Zucchini is just 19 calories per 1/2 cup…
Low Calorie Ranch Zucchini
What You’ll Find in this Article:
Ingredients in Healthy Ranch Roasted Zucchini
You can make these healthy baked zucchini recipes with any squash, or a mix of squashes.
No matter what squash you decide to use, these low calorie tips for making ranch zucchini will help!
Low Calorie Tips for Making Oven Roasted Zucchini and Squash:
- Olive Oil Spray… you can save 100’s of calories and lots of fat in all your favorite roasted zucchini and squash recipes with olive oil spray. Instead of soaking the zucchini in oil, lightly mist it in oil. So it crisps up, and keeps the baked zucchini in oven healthy.
- Homemade Ranch Seasoning… this homemade ranch seasoning is healthy and free of preservatives. Plus, you probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry already!
- Parchment Paper... using parchment paper means we won’t need to oil the bottoms of the baked zucchini to stop them from sticking to the baking sheet. So you can use less oil, and save calories and fat. Best of all, parchment paper makes cleanup easy!
Shopping List for Low Calorie Ranch Roasted Zucchini:
- Zucchini
- Homemade Ranch Seasoning (or store bought)
- Olive Oil Spray
How to Make Low Calorie Roasted Zucchini
This recipe for baked zucchini and squash is easy and fast. You’ll want to use it with all your favorite squash… and you can!
Summer Squash Tips: If you’re making this recipe with summer squashes (zucchini, yellow squash, etc.) follow the directions below.
Winter Squash Tips: And if you want to make this ranch baked squash recipe with a winter squash (acorn, butternut, etc.) scrape out the seeds and peel the rind while you’re cutting the squash. You’ll want to discard any thick rinds and large seeds from winter squashes.
How to Make Low Calorie Ranch Baked Zucchini:
- Preheat oven to 450° and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the ends off the zucchini, then slice in half down the middle. Cut into 1/2 inch half-moons, and place in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle the cut zucchini with Ranch Seasoning, and toss together.
- Arrange the zucchini on the prepared baking sheet so they are not overlapping.
- Spray the tops of the zucchini with olive oil, and place in the oven.
- Bake for 5 minutes, then broil for 2-3 minutes (watch closely) until browned and crispy around the edges.
- Serve hot, or cool and add to salads in place of croutons.
Low Calorie Ranch Zucchini Recipe
This low calorie recipe for roasted zucchini is just 19 calories per 1/2 cup!
You can use store-bought ranch seasoning, or make your own. I’ve supplied you with a link to a low calorie, preservative free ranch seasoning in the recipe card below. You probably already have all the ingredients in your pantry!
If you want a mealy of summer veggies, check out this Low Calorie Roasted Summer Veggie Recipe, it also has zucchini and more yummy veggies.
More Low Calorie Side Dishes:
Low Calorie Ranch Zucchini (19 Calories)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 medium sized zucchini
- 1 tablespoon Homemade Ranch Seasoning or store bought
- Olive Oil Spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450° and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the ends off the zucchini, then slice in half down the middle. Cut into 1/2 inch half-moons, and place in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle the cut zucchini with Ranch Seasoning, and toss together.
- Arrange the zucchini on the prepared baking sheet so they are not overlapping.
- Spray the tops of the zucchini with olive oil, and place in the oven.
- Bake for 5 minutes, then broil for 2-3 minutes (watch closely) until browned and crispy around the edges.
- Serve hot, or cool and add to salads in place of croutons.
Nutrition
Nutrition and Calories in Zucchini
The nutrition and calories below are based off 1 cup of zucchini slices, cooked as directed above.
You can lower the sodium by making the Homemade Ranch Seasoning with no salt. And be sure you’re only using 1 tablespoon of the Homemade Ranch Seasoning, not the entire recipe!
Important Note: As a reminder, at Lose Weight By Eating it is my goal to make you healthier, all-natural versions of your favorite recipes… not all will be “diet worthy” depending on the diet you are on. But they will be healthier versions to help curb your cravings.
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Article History:
- Originally written and published on September 8, 2021 by Audrey Johns
- Updated on May 9, 2023 by Audrey Johns
- Updated on October 5, 2023 by Audrey Johns
I’m so glad you both loved the recipe!!
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Never found. Recipe for ranch dressing. Where is it?
Absolutely! Cook them like fries
Did you broil them at the end?
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Where is the ranch receipt? It I isn’t showing up
Can you try this in an air fryer