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    Creamy Zucchini Sauce

    Jun 20, 2022 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This Creamy Zucchini Sauce is bursting with flavor! Made with paprika-roasted zucchinis, sour cream, garlic, and fresh herbs, it tastes great with pasta, over rice, or just with a slice of bread. 

    Zucchini Sauce in a skillet

    It's zucchini season and you've got to try this recipe! Fresh, flavorful, and so versatile, this Zucchini Sauce pairs well with pasta, quinoa, rice, and many other grains. If you are looking for a filling and tasty vegetarian lunch/dinner, you've come to the right place!

    And on top of that, this sauce is very easy to make. Just mix the zucchini with oil and spices and place it in the oven. While the zucchini is baking, you can whip up the sauce. Mix the sauce with the zucchini and VOILA! Your Creamy-Dreamy Zucchini Sauce is ready.

    Video Tutorial

    Main Ingredients

    • Zucchini. Use medium or small zucchini, because they will hold shape better. Summer squash can also be used.
    • Oil. I use olive oil, but other kinds can be used, too.
    • Sour cream. To make a vegan option use full-fat coconut milk or unsweetened plant-based cream instead.
    • Garlic.
    • Tomato Paste. It adds sweetness and brings a lot of flavor.
    • Spices. Paprika, salt, and pepper.
    • Herbs. I use a combination of basil and dill, it works really well here. You can use different herbs if desired.
    Zucchini Sauce on a wooden spoon

    How to Make Zucchini Sauce

    1. Preheat the oven to 400° F.

    2. Mix the zucchini with oil, paprika, salt, and pepper and spread onto a large non-stick baking tray. Bake for about 20 minutes, until soft and slightly browned.

    mixing zucchini with spices and baking

    3. Meanwhile, place all of the sauce ingredients into a medium skillet, stir, and bring to a simmer. Turn off the heat.

    preparing the sauce for zucchini

    4. Add the baked zucchini to the cream-sauce and mix everything well. Garnish with chopped herbs, if desired.

    mixing zucchini with cream sauce
    Zucchini Sauce in a skillet

    What to Serve with This Sauce

    My favorite way to serve this zucchini sauce is to mix it with some cooked pasta (spaghetti, penne, or linguine), or pour a generous amount of the sauce over boiled rice. You may also enjoy it with your favorite grain (quinoa, farro, bulgur, barley, buckwheat, etc.). Or just serve it with some fresh bread.

    Zucchini Sauce served over rice

    More tasty zucchini recipes to try:

    • Easy Zucchini Chickpea Curry
    • Zucchini Noodles
    • Roasted Zucchini Salad
    • Vegetable Fritters
    • Mexican Zucchini Boats

    CREAMY ZUCCHINI SAUCE

    Tania Sheff
    This Creamy Zucchini Sauce is bursting with flavor! Made with paprika roasted zucchinis, sour cream, garlic, and fresh herbs, it tastes great with pasta, over rice, or just with a slice of bread. 
    4.74 from 145 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Appetizer, Lunch
    Cuisine ukrainian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 235 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    For Zucchini:

    • 2 lbs. zucchini cubed
    • 3 tbsp. olive oil
    • 1 tbsp. paprika
    • salt and pepper to taste

    For the Sauce:

    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 tbsp. tomato paste
    • 2 tbsp. chopped dill
    • 2 tbsp. chopped basil
    • salt to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 400° F.
    • Mix the zucchini with oil, paprika, salt, and pepper and spread onto a large non-stick baking tray. Bake for about 20 minutes, until soft and slightly browned.
    • Meanwhile, place all of the sauce ingredients into a medium skillet, stir, and bring to a simmer. Turn off the heat.
    • Add the baked zucchini to the cream-sauce and mix everything well. Garnish with chopped herbs, if desired.

    Notes

    Watch how to cube zucchini HERE.

    What to Serve with This Sauce

    My favorite way to serve this zucchini sauce is to mix it with some cooked pasta (spaghetti, penne, or linguine), or pour a generous amount of the sauce over boiled rice. You may also enjoy it with your favorite grain (quinoa, farro, bulgur, barley, buckwheat, etc.). Or just serve it with some fresh bread.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 101mgPotassium: 871mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3650IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 139mgIron: 2.6mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!

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    Comments

    1. Pearl says

      November 03, 2022 at 6:49 pm

      This is one of my go to recipes. I bake tilapia in the oven with a bread crumb and parm cheese crust. Plate with white rice, then zucchini, then tilapia on top. It is amazing!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        November 03, 2022 at 9:44 pm

        Wow! It does sound amazing! Thanks for stopping by, Pearl!

        Reply
      • Marya says

        March 15, 2023 at 4:32 pm

        That sounds incredible! Can't wait to try it!!
        Since I love the subtle flavor of Talapia,I think it will be one of my go-tos, too!

        Reply
    2. Elayna says

      August 17, 2022 at 6:01 pm

      I love this! I've made it probably 10 times!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        August 18, 2022 at 4:27 pm

        Awesome! Thanks, Elayna!

        Reply
    3. Robin says

      August 05, 2022 at 7:00 am

      5 stars
      This was absolutely delicious and easy to make! I will be adding this to my zucchini recipe file for sure! I served this over 7 cheese multicoloured tortellini....can't wait for the leftovers for lunch today!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        August 08, 2022 at 10:27 pm

        Yay! I am so glad you liked it, Robin!

        Reply
    4. Julie says

      May 18, 2022 at 9:25 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious! I substituted heavy cream because I didn't have sour cream. Will definitely be repeating it, thank you!

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        May 21, 2022 at 1:13 pm

        Thank you so much, Julie! Happy cooking!

        Reply
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